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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions and operating a Global Delivery Centre out of Letterkenny in Co. Donegal, Ireland, has been ranked among the 100 most valuable brands worldwide in the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands 2025 Report. In a special 20th edition ceremony held in New York by Kantar, TCS was accorded a brand value of $57.3 billion with an accelerated 28% year-on-year growth. TCS now ranks #45 globally, in a list that includes the world's most prominent brands across industry sectors. This year's growth marks a sharp acceleration in brand equity, favourability and awareness. In a separate independent brand audit carried out by Momentum-ITSMA, TCS demonstrated 95% aided brand awareness with business executives across 26 countries worldwide, up exponentially from 29% which the same audit polled in 2010. This growth in brand value and equity highlights TCS' sustained brand building efforts, including high-impact global sports partnerships, customer-centric innovation, and consistent marketing excellence. Martin Guerrieria, Head of Kantar BrandZ, said, "By drawing on the depth of BrandZ's database over the last quarter of a century, our insights show that with the right level of investment and strategic focus, brands have huge potential to drive growth for their owners. TCS' performance this year demonstrates its ability to innovate at scale with AI capabilities now running through its portfolios. TCS' strategic sponsorship programmes continue to build a strong global presence and community around its brand." TCS' rise in brand value is rooted in its long-term commitment to humanizing technology through experiences that inspire, innovations that transform, and relationships that go the distance. At the centre of this momentum is TCS' sponsorship of 14 global running events, including five of the seven Abbott World Marathon Majors such as the TCS New York City Marathon, TCS London Marathon, and TCS Sydney Marathon. These events engage over 600,000 runners annually and contributed $2.25 billion to local economies in 2024, raising $279 million for charitable causes. The TCS brand also demonstrated a 30-point uplift in brand familiarity and 40-point uplift in brand consideration, the highest improvement amongst all the key sponsors of the sport. Abhinav Kumar, Chief Marketing Officer, TCS, said, "For 20 years Kantar BrandZ has recognised the world's most valuable brands. We congratulate them on this special anniversary edition of their brand excellence platform. Alongside the brand leadership we have in our industry, we are very pleased to see this recognition of the TCS brand amongst the world's most iconic brands across industries. This growth in brand value, awareness and equity has been built on a range of high-impact long term marketing and communications programmes. Building a brand is indeed a marathon, yet I would like to thank all my colleagues in TCS for doing this long run, at the scorching pace of a sprint. Kudos to all of them." From creating the first-ever digital twin heart of a pro-runner to deploying Agentic AI systems that can autonomously reason and act across complex business contexts, TCS continues to shape the future of enterprises and consumer experiences. The company's partnership with Jaguar through the Jaguar TCS Racing Team that competes in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship positions TCS at the intersection of intelligent engineering and sustainable innovation, highlighting the brand's commitment to next-generation experiences that resonate with communities. TCS also continues to be recognized for its strong client partnerships and employer brand. In 2025, TCS was ranked the #1 IT service provider in Europe for customer satisfaction by Whitelane Research. TCS was named a Global Top Employer across more than 30 countries and regions, including North America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America, by the Top...

Martin in Letterkenny is shocked the town's Tourist Office isn't open until June and Christine is disppointed she can't visit Skellig Michael this weekend. Paul and Liam are worried a clampdown on sandwich board and bollard signs could hit their business. More listeners give their stories of suffering hair loss while receiving cancer treatment.

In this Best Possible Taste episode, Sharon Noonan chats to Karoline Sweeney from the Castle Grove Country House Hotel in Letterkenny, County Donegal. This Blue Book, family-run Georgian property overlooks Lough Swilly and has been enchanting guests for many years. Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more details.

This weeks DL Debate was an Ulster Final Special LIVE from Sister Sara’s in Letterkenny. The DL Debate in association with Sara's Kitchen at Sister Sara's Letterkenny. Watch or Listen below: The post DL Debate – Ulster Final Preview 05/05/25 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

A Letterkenny-based entrepreneur is developing a new version of ‘cats eyes’ that could have a major positive impact on road safety. Brian McGeehin, co-founder of Blue Eye Highway, has a patented product that essentially turns cats eyes blue when it is freezing and this acts as a warning on roads where there can be black […] The post Business Matters, Ep 241 – Brian McGeehin and a cats eyes invention that turns blue as a black ice warning appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

On Business Matters this week, Chris Ashmore speaks with Jimmy Stafford, Bank of Ireland Area Operations and Risk Manager, about the changing face of banking, fraud, legislation about cash and ATMs, and his own career. A native of Cobh in Co. Cork, Jimmy outlines how he came to be in Donegal and his love for […] The post Business Matters, Ep 238: Jimmy Stafford on banking, Letterkenny Chamber – and his favourite song appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Welcome to our podcast series from The Super Network and Pop4D called Tubi Tuesdays Podcast! This podcast series is focused on discovering and doing commentaries/watch a longs for films found on the free streaming service Tubi, at TubiTVYour hosts for Tubi Tuesdays are Super Marcey, ‘The Terrible Australian' Bede Jermyn, Prof. Batch (From Pop4D & Web Tales: A Spider-Man Podcast) and Kollin (From Trash Panda Podcast), will take turns each week picking a film to watch and most of them will be ones we haven't seen before.Film Starts Playing At: 00:09:21Welcome back to The Tubi Tuesdays Podcast, the number one Tubi related podcast that's hosted by two Australians, one Canadian and one American! Some how the two Australians Super Marcey and Bede Jermyn got lost in champions (or Bede is trying to avoid Kraven, we don't know), so that leaves Prof. Batch and Trash Panda Kollin to steer the ship for the week! So without the Aussies, Batch and Kollin have gone with a bonus pick to celebrate the great nation of Canada with Goon (2011)! Will this podcast get cancelled? I guess you'll have to listen in and find out!Goon was directed by Michael Dowse, it stars Sean William Scott, Jay Baruchel, Alison Pill, Kim Coates, Eugene Levy and Liev Schreiber.If you have never listened to a commentary before and want to watch the film along with the podcast, here is how it works. You simply need to grab a copy of the film or load it up on Tubi (you may need alcohol), and sync up the podcast audio with the film. We will tell you when to press and you follow along, it is that easy! Because we have watched the films on Tubi, it is a free service and there are ads, however we will give a warning when it comes up, so you can pause the film and provide time stamps to keep in sync.Highlights include:* Batch and Kollin this week!* Is Bede avoiding Kraven?* Oooo hockey, Canada eh!* How much did the boys smoke?* Did Ray Cist show up again?* How can Kollin not like Letterkenny or Shoresy?* The boys definitely paid attention to the movie!* Plus much, much more!Check out The Super Network on Patreon to gain early access to The Tubi Tuesdays Podcast!DISCLAIMER: This audio commentary isn't meant to be taken seriously, it is just a humourous look at a film. It is for entertainment purposes, we do not wish to offend anyone who worked on and in the film, we have respect for you all.Music provided by DeNNo, introduction and podcast editing by Super Marcey & Bede Jermyn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(00:00-8:12) Per John Denton, a bevy of former Cardinals will be part of the Opening Day festivities next week including Chris Carpenter, Izzy, TLR, and Edmonds among others. Atta boy Albert. Shoresy and Letterkenny. Fighting aged Cam. (8:20-11:28) Get those emails in for the EMOTD competition. People loving Cam on the show. (11:37-16:46) E-Mail of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-8:12) Per John Denton, a bevy of former Cardinals will be part of the Opening Day festivities next week including Chris Carpenter, Izzy, TLR, and Edmonds among others. Atta boy Albert. Shoresy and Letterkenny. Fighting aged Cam. (8:20-11:28) Get those emails in for the EMOTD competition. People loving Cam on the show. (11:37-16:46) E-Mail of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shane Ó Curraighín, North West correspondent, reports from Letterkenny where a vigil was held last night following a fatal road traffic collision in the Donegal town in the early hours of Monday morning.

ePower is to supply over 20 shopping centres across 14 counties nationwide with high speed EV charging points, following a partnership agreement with Lanthorn, which manages a portfolio of over €1.6bn of property throughout Ireland. Rollout will begin in 2025, and the sites where chargers will be installed include Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway, as well as busy urban areas like Navan, Dundalk, Mullingar, Athlone, Maynooth, Portlaoise and Kilkenny. ?ePower is working closely with Lanthorn in association with their project managers, KSNPM. ePower has been selected following a competitive process, which took into account the company's ability to offer high speed charging facilities, tailored specifically to each site, and crucially, the assurance that the sites would be maintained and serviced by ePower's 24/7 help desk, field engineering and remote management. Commenting on the development, John O'Keeffe, CEO of Power, said: "We're very proud to be part of the drive towards making electric vehicles a better choice for consumers. The rollout and delivery of chargers, be it through public or private partnerships, is key to this. Through this partnership with Lanthorn, ePower plans to have super-fast chargers installed at shopping centres around Ireland, from Donegal to Cork and many places in between; it's a great expansion for us in what's been a hugely successful year of growth." It's been a busy year for ePower; the company recently joined forces with Dublin's local authorities to bring online up to 200 fast chargers across the region in 2025. The initial phase of the project will see ePower's high-speed chargers installed at more than 40 Dublin locations across the four Dublin local authorities. The company also won six of 17 government contracts for the rollout of new high-speed electric car charging hubs across Ireland, due to be operational by the end of 2025. Shopping Centres that will see the installation of ePower chargers · Dunnes Stores, Stephens Green SC, Dublin · Swords Central Shopping Station, Dublin · Dunnes Stores, Donaghmede SC, Dublin · Nutgrove SC, Rathfarnham, Dublin · Dunnes Stores, Manor Mills SC, Maynooth, Kildare · Beechmount Shopping Centre, Navan, Meath · Navan Town Centre, Navan, Meath · Fairgreen Shopping Centre, Mullingar, Westmeath · Harbour Place Shopping Centre, Mullingar, Westmeath · The Golden Island Shopping Centre Athlone, Westmeath · Galway Shopping Centre, Headford Rd, Galway · Dunnes Stores, Parkway SC, Dublin Rd, Limerick · Castlewest SC, Ballincollig, Cork · Thurles SC, Slievenamon Rd, Thurles, Co. Tipperary · McDonagh SC, Kilkenny · Dungarvan Shopping Centre, Dungarvan, Waterford · The Marshes Shopping Centre, Dundalk, Louth · Long Walk SC, Dundalk, Co. Louth · Port Road, Letterkenny, Co Donegal · Cavan Retail Park, Dublin Rd, Cavan · Penneys, Laois Shopping Centre, Portlaoise, Co. Laois

Donegal News Editor Diarmaid Doherty reports on the deadly incident in Letterkenny, Co Donegal, where a car struck two pedestrians in the early hours of the morning.

On this week's DL Debate, Brendan Devenney broadcasts live from the O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny after Donegal’s 0-25 to 0-19 defeat to Tyrone in the Allianz National Football League Division 1. Brendan is joined by 2012 All Ireland winner Rory Kavanagh, Cahair O’Kane of the Irish News, Donegal player Hugh McFadden and manager Jim McGuinness. […] The post DL Debate LIVE from O’Donnell Park – 16/03/25 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) and residential care group Riada Care Ltd. have unveiled an innovative new project that uses Virtual Reality (VR) technology to enhance the quality of life for elderly residents. Supported by the Data2Sustain European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH), the initiative introduces 360° VR videos to convalescent care homes, offering residents immersive experiences that rekindle outdoor memories and foster deeper emotional connections. The program allows family members, carers, and staff to create personalised 360° videos, which residents can enjoy using Meta Quest 3 VR headsets. These immersive experiences bring cherished moments to life, such as walking along Donegal beaches, revisiting family farms, or exploring local landmarks. "Over a 12-week pilot, we introduced 360° immersive videos to residents at our Hillcrest and Archview care homes in Letterkenny, designed to evoke nostalgia and bring joy to the residents," said Luke Gavigan, Director of Riada Care Ltd. "This initiative combines two key elements: creating immersive content that brings cherished outdoor experiences into the facility and empowering staff and family members with the tools and training to create personalised VR content for their loved ones." Project Lead Dr. William Farrelly of WiSAR Lab, ATU Donegal, part of the Data2Sustain network, explained the transformative potential of this collaboration: "This project demonstrates how technology can foster connection and joy among residents who may otherwise feel isolated. The overwhelmingly positive feedback from the initial trials highlights the transformative potential of VR in elder care." Residents participating in the pilot reported significant emotional uplift, enhanced engagement, and reduced feelings of isolation. To ensure the program's sustainability, the team has developed a comprehensive training program with instructional videos helping guide carers and family members in creating and editing 360° video content. Care home staff have also been equipped with Meta Quest 3 VR headsets, Insta360 cameras, and editing software, enabling them to continually expand the VR content library. Dr. Stephen Seawright, Technology Gateway Manager at ATU Donegal, emphasised the importance of collaboration in the project's success: "The project exemplifies a successful collaboration between academia, healthcare providers, and funding bodies like Data2Sustain EDIH. It underscores the potential of emerging technologies to address complex challenges in healthcare and improve quality of life for many." Looking ahead, the team plans to expand the technology to additional Riada Care facilities across Ireland, conduct further research into its long-term benefits, and explore new applications of VR, including guided relaxation and physical therapy. "Immersive technologies have the potential to transform physical and psychological outcomes in social care settings," said Dr. Farrelly. "By integrating this technology into everyday care, we're enriching residents' lives while also empowering carers to offer innovative, personalised support."

Sligo based engineering firm Jennings O'Donovan are one of the first organisations in Ireland to use new digital technology to reward staff with a local gift card. Jennings O'Donovan used the technology available through their local Town & City Gift Card to reward their 90+ staff with an e-card as a Christmas reward. The new tech allowed the firm to send the digital Love Sligo Gift Cards to staff on a chosen day and time, ensuring all staff members received their reward at the same time. Focused on renewable energy, water supply and wastewater treatment across Ireland, Jennings O'Donovan said the new way of rewarding their team digitally had a number of benefits over physical gift cards, while the local element allowed their employee reward investment to benefit the local economy. David Kiely is director at Jennings O'Donovan and commented: "As a Sligo based organisation, we feel the need to give back to the community, support local businesses and support placemaking efforts in the town too. A strong town attracts new industry and encourages new businesses, which is a real positive for Sligo. Choosing our local Town & City Gift Card, the Love Sligo Gift Card, meant the €30,000 we invested in our team rewards went directly into the local economy, and stayed in the local economy. "Another reason for moving to the Love Sligo Gift Card was the zero commission that businesses have to pay to accept the card, so if a team member spends €50 with a local shop, the shop keeps the full €50. Lots of retailers, restaurants and other businesses accept the Love Sligo Gift Card, so there was plenty of choice for our team. "Our employees were told in advance that they'd be receiving their digital Love Sligo Gift Card reward by email. The ease of use for us in administering the digital card over a physical card was brilliant. We have a hybrid working system which means that not all employees are in the office at the same time. In the past, this has meant we couldn't get the cards to the staff member in person, so they had to then be posted out. With the digital Love Sligo Gift Card, everyone received their reward at the same time. "The Love Sligo Gift Card has been well received by staff, particularly the ease and choice. Some staff members used their card to put fuel in their cars, others used their card at the supermarket or the DIY store. People may not always want to spend their reward on discretionary items, and the Love Sligo Gift Card offers our team the chance to spend as they choose. "As local employers and organisations, it is very important that we are involved in, and support our town centres. Local businesses have had, and continue to face many challenges, and choosing the Love Sligo Gift Card is a tangible way that we have been able to give our local businesses a lift." The Town & City Gift Card initiative is active across Ireland in Ballinrobe, Carndonagh, Cavan, Donegal Town, Drogheda, Kilkenny, Letterkenny, Limerick, Sligo, Tipperary, Waterford and County Wexford. The cards can be spent with a variety of local businesses, making them popular for employee rewards. €10.5 million of Town & City Gift Cards were purchased in Ireland in 2024, up from €7 million in 2023. Local gift card sales in Ireland are expected to exceed €15 million in 2025. In Sligo, over €1.5 million Love Sligo Gift Cards were purchased between November 2023 and November 2024, with around 70% of sales dedicated to local organisations purchasing the gift card for employee rewards. Over €1.1million of the overall sales figure has now been redeemed across 240 Sligo businesses by way of 29,000 plus in store transactions. The Love Sligo Gift Card was introduced by Sligo BID in association with County Sligo LEADER Partnership to drive spend in Sligo. Cards can be spent with around 240 participating businesses, driving footfall in the town. Gail McGibbon, CEO at Sligo BID said: "We are proud to see well-respected Sligo firm Jennings O'Donovan leading the way with l...

This week in celebration of the new season of Shoresy we dive into the Letterkenny Christmas episode from Season 5! Buy some merch to support the show!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Plans have been unveiled for a new digital gift card for Mullingar to replace their popular gift vouchers. In circulation since 2012, over €2.5 million of Mullingar Gift Vouchers have been sold to date, with over €500,000 of the paper vouchers sold in 2024 alone. Led by Mullingar Chamber, a wide variety of Mullingar businesses are eligible to accept the card including shops, restaurants, pubs, attractions, salons and hotels. Businesses who are part of the Chamber can accept the card commission free. The forthcoming Mullingar Digital Gift Card will be available as either a physical or a digital gift card. It will work with merchants' existing payment terminals, with no additional equipment required. Mullingar Chamber says the move to the high-tech gift card offers a number of improvements for local businesses, customers and organisations. James Bourke, president at Mullingar Chamber said: "The paper gift vouchers have been very successful for our economy with €2.5 million in sales to date. Every euro spent locally is worth €4 to the local economy, so that €2.5 million has benefited our economy to the tune of €10 million. Of course, there are the usual drawbacks of paper vouchers, such as people not being able to get change from their paper voucher and the administration involved for businesses in getting paid. "Our forthcoming Mullingar Gift Card will be easy for customers and organisations to use as gifts, and businesses to accept, making the initiative even more appealing and helping us develop our strong 'shop local' ethos in Mullingar further. People want to see the businesses they love open and busy, and our new gift card is essential to helping Mullingar to thrive. "We encourage all retail, hospitality, and service providers to register to accept the new gift card prior to its launch so they can benefit from the footfall and spend the initiative will bring." The Mullingar Gift Card will be part of the multi-award-winning Town & City Gift Card concept active across Ireland in Ballinrobe, Carndonagh, Cavan, Donegal Town, Drogheda, Kilkenny, Letterkenny, Limerick, Sligo, Tipperary, Waterford and County Wexford. Colin Munro is the managing director of Miconex and said: "Merchants can register to accept the forthcoming Mullingar Gift Card with a simple one-time registration. We've supported a number of towns and cities in Ireland making the move from paper vouchers to a high-tech gift card and the feedback from merchants, consumers and organisations is incredibly positive, with all appreciating the ease of use, support for local and choice." Businesses looking for further information can email: Lauren at office@mullingarchamber.ie See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Episode Summary:John Dominic Crossan is the world's most prominent Jesus scholar. He joins me today on Holy Heretics to discuss what we can, and what we cannot, know about the life of this first century Jewish peasant. Unlike traditional theological portrayals of Jesus, which center primarily on his death and resurrection, Crossan's scholarship focuses on the historicity of Jesus. Who was he? What evidence do we have to support his existence? Instead of asking why Jesus died, Crossan has spent decades unearthing the reasons Jesus lived.For Crossan, Jesus was a radical social revolutionary who confronted Roman oppression and attempted to live into an alternative version of reality. His portrayal challenges conventional Christian perspectives that see Jesus primarily as a divine figure who came to die for our sins.In books like The Historical Jesus: The Life of a Mediterranean Jewish Peasant (1991), Crossan presents Jesus as a figure who opposed both Roman imperial rule and the hierarchical structures of Jewish society. He describes Jesus' movement as one of radical inclusivity and nonviolent resistance. Crossan's work has been controversial, particularly among conservative Christians, because he downplays the supernatural aspects of Jesus' life, including the literal resurrection. Instead, he sees the resurrection as a symbolic event representing the triumph of Jesus' teachings.I'm delighted to share our conversation with you! If you are interested in learning more about the historical Jesus, this episode is a fantastic introduction. By challenging conventional wisdom and introducing his rigorous historical methods, Dom Crossan invites listeners to meet Jesus again for the first time.BIO:John Dominic Crossan is an Irish-born American theologian and former Roman Catholic priest best known for his association with the Jesus Seminar. Upon graduating from high school in Letterkenny, Ireland, in 1950, Crossan moved to Chicago, where he joined the Servites, a Roman Catholic monastic order. Ordained a priest in 1957, he returned to Ireland to study at St. Patrick's College, Maynooth, and received a doctorate in theology in 1959. He then studied at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome for two years before returning to his Servite community to teach.In 1965 he began study at the École Biblique et Archaéologie Française de Jérusalem (French Institute of Bible and Archaeology, Jerusalem). Two years later he returned to Chicago to join the faculty of the Chicago Catholic Theological Union. In 1969 he resigned from the Servite priesthood, citing a longing for academic freedom and his intention to marry. He soon joined the faculty of religious studies at Chicago's DePaul University, where he taught until his retirement in 1995.Crossan continues to write and lecture today. His most insightful books include The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus' Final Days in Jerusalem, The First Paul, God and Empire, andJesus: A Revolutionary Biography.Please follow us on social media (use the buttons below) and help us get the word out! (Also, please don't hesitate to use any of these channels or email to contact us with any questions, concerns, or feedback.)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and a review, or share on your socials

(00:00-15:21) Doug really missed an opportunity to pitch Release The Hoosier. Is there positive gaslighting? Live freely as a troll. The Schultz Rappaport beef made its way to Inside The NBA. Audio of Chuck poking fun at the situation. The family of Mary Kate Cornett isn't happy about their daughter being dragged on social media. (15:29-43:02) Backstreet's back. Jennifer Lawrence getting nakey caught Tim off guard. Drops of the Week. Filling Martin in on the Rob Ray puck to the head sitch. Doug's hockeyisms. Jackson found audio of a Doug hockeyism from Swopes Picks. Did Take Your Shirt Off come from Letterkenny? Best crossover since Christopher Columbus. Biggest draft busts in STL sports in the 21st century. (43:12-1:05:35) Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins the show to discuss Jackson's big day with Coach Gates yesterday, but also some Tigers basketball and the latest bracketology. Gabe's got hotels reserved in three different cities. 3 seed is the ceiling. How many SEC teams will make the tournament? Dennis Gates long term at Missouri. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-15:21) Doug really missed an opportunity to pitch Release The Hoosier. Is there positive gaslighting? Live freely as a troll. The Schultz Rappaport beef made its way to Inside The NBA. Audio of Chuck poking fun at the situation. The family of Mary Kate Cornett isn't happy about their daughter being dragged on social media. (15:29-43:02) Backstreet's back. Jennifer Lawrence getting nakey caught Tim off guard. Drops of the Week. Filling Martin in on the Rob Ray puck to the head sitch. Doug's hockeyisms. Jackson found audio of a Doug hockeyism from Swopes Picks. Did Take Your Shirt Off come from Letterkenny? Best crossover since Christopher Columbus. Biggest draft busts in STL sports in the 21st century. (43:12-1:05:35) Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins the show to discuss Jackson's big day with Coach Gates yesterday, but also some Tigers basketball and the latest bracketology. Gabe's got hotels reserved in three different cities. 3 seed is the ceiling. How many SEC teams will make the tournament? Dennis Gates long term at Missouri. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a small town of 5000 people in midwestern Ontario called Letterkenny. These are their problems. Welcome to Letterkenny, a town that welcomes anyone as long as they like chorin' or scoring', druggin' or sluggin', and tweakin' for the weekend. Come see the cult TV hit that began from a small YouTube video series in 2013. A show that encapsulates a language somehow foreign and familiar, just like how we all feel about Canada in general. We've got all your favorites, Jared Keeso, Michelle Myles, Nathan Dales, Jacob Tierney, Tyler Johnston, Dylan Playfair, Andrew Herr, K. Trevor Wilson and Lisa Condrington. If you want to watch along with the TVPL Boys, The Letterkenny pilot dubbed “Ain't no reason to get excited” is available on Hulu. HostsGeoff KerbisMax SingerRich Inman

YES, you can text us! Hector, Mike, Tony, Kyle and Nick join me to talk some TV!Mentioned (among others): Lockerbie, Saturday Night Live's 50th Anniversary, Scavengers Reign, Light Shop, The Agency, Siskel & Ebert, The Night Agent S2, High Potential, John Malecki Unscrewed, Kelsey Cook: Mark your Territory, Son of a Critch S4, Somebody Somewhere S3, Cross, North of North, Abbott Elementary, St. Pierre, C.B. Strike, Your Friend, Nate Bargatze, Wallace and Gromit, Mr. Bates vs. the Post Office, Rake, It's a Sin, By Any Means, Cradle to Grave, Are You Being Served?, The Antiques Roadshow, Blackadder, Lioness, Mayor of Kingstown, John Adams, Cobra Kai, Frasier (reboot), Severance S2, The Pitt, American Primeval, Letterkenny, the Mike Tyson fight on Netflix, Shrinking S2, Apple Cider Vinegar, Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation, Below Deck Sailing Yacht, Matlock, Reacher S3, etc. Enjoy!Twitter - Instagram - Website

5 Trillion Dollars of Unregulated Spending!! Need we say more? “but D.O.G.E. is unelected!” They work at the behest of the head of the executive branch you dolt!Kingsplaining Podcast Show NotesDate: Recorded prior to February 22, 2025 (exact date not specified in transcript)Hosts: The Philosopher King (Ivory Tower) and The Strong One (Iron King)Website: kingsplaining.com | kingsplaining.substack.comDuration: Approximately 1 hour and 56 minutesIntroduction (00:00:00 - 00:01:01)* Opening discussion on free speech as a supposed catalyst for dictatorship, challenged by the hosts as a flawed leap in logic.* Critique of the "stupid cattle" (general population) narrative, suggesting people latch onto ideas without reasoning.Welcome to Kingsplaining Podcast (00:01:01 - 00:02:53)* Hosts introduce themselves as the "two kings of the Rube Empire," self-described right-wing extremists, supernaturalists, and Christian bigots.* Philosopher King shares an epiphany: if Florida didn't exist, The Strong One might live in Texas, praising Texas after a recent trip to Houston and Austin.* Light-hearted banter about Black History Month.Sports Talk: Hockey vs. NBA (00:02:53 - 00:07:24)* Discussion shifts to sports, contrasting a recent USA vs. Canada hockey game (where Canada booed the U.S. anthem and lost) with the lackluster NBA All-Star game.* Critique of modern NBA players' lack of physicality and camaraderie compared to hockey players' intensity, even in an exhibition tournament.* Mention of declining NBA viewership (down 13% from last year).Canada, Politics, and Cultural Critique (00:07:24 - 00:11:12)* Reflection on Canada's reaction to U.S. tariffs and perceived hypocrisy in shows like Letterkenny.* Speculation on Zelensky's absence from peace talks (noted to be in California) and the Ukraine-Russia conflict as a money-laundering scheme.* Brief tangent on plane crashes and air travel fears tied to DEI and Agenda 2030.Air Travel and Societal Control (00:11:12 - 00:14:54)* Hosts express nervousness about air travel safety, linking it to Agenda 2030's aim to limit movement for environmental reasons.* Comparison to pandemic restrictions and examples of resistance (e.g., England tearing down cameras).* Concerns about future political shifts as 2030 approaches under Trump's administration.Kash Patel and FBI Reform (00:14:54 - 00:20:01)* Discussion of Kash Patel's appointment as FBI Director and hopes for uncovering corruption (e.g., Epstein list, Steele Dossier, JFK assassination).* Skepticism about evidence being destroyed before Patel's arrival.Trump's Cabinet Appointments (00:20:01 - 00:27:28)* Overview of Trump's cabinet picks, including:* Kash Patel (FBI), Pete Hegseth (Defense), RFK Jr. (Health), Tulsi Gabbard (Intelligence), Pam Bondi (Attorney General), Marco Rubio (Secretary of State), Scott Bessent (Treasury), and others.* Critique of cabinet diversity (age, ideology) and specific appointees like Scott Bessent (controversial for personal life) and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (perceived as DEI hire).* Hope for dismantling wasteful programs (e.g., bird flu chicken culls).Elon Musk and Doge (00:27:28 - 00:34:42)* Praise for Elon Musk's achievements (Tesla, SpaceX, X, etc.) and his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), uncovering $5 trillion in wasteful spending.* Anecdote about an Uber driver (ex-Philadelphia cop) dismissing Musk's efforts, countered by examples of absurd government spending (e.g., Sesame Street for Iranians, transgender programs in Guatemala).Age, Respect, and Technology (00:34:42 - 00:47:01)* Debate on respecting elders vs. younger generations' technological superiority (e.g., coding skills).* Critique of boomer resistance to change and midwit mentality (overvaluing credentials, resisting reality).* Examples of generational misunderstandings (e.g., “roll down the window” vs. modern cars).Social Security Fraud Exposed (00:47:01 - 00:51:08)* Discussion of Doge uncovering Social Security fraud: 3.9 million people listed as 130-139 years old, one at 360 years old.* Outrage at media and Democrats defending this as noble rather than corrupt, tying it to 2020 election anomalies.Media and Religious Corruption (00:51:08 - 00:54:54)* Revelation that Christianity Today received government funds, explaining its shift to woke stances (e.g., supporting Hillary Clinton over Trump).* Critique of the Catholic Church and Rick Warren for similar ideological drifts.Trump's Pfizer Gaffe and MAGA Response (00:54:54 - 00:58:35)* Trump's misstep inviting Pfizer's head to the White House, met with boos from MAGA crowd, showing they're not blindly loyal.* Comparison to potential backlash if he endorsed Planned Parenthood.Deborah Birx and COVID Revisionism (00:58:35 - 01:07:28)* Anger at Deborah Birx on Piers Morgan claiming COVID shots weren't meant as vaccines, despite pushing them as such.* Accusation of shifting blame to Fauci (pardoned by Biden) as states prepare lawsuits, with Piers Morgan failing to challenge her due to his own vax advocacy.Germany and Free Speech (01:07:28 - 01:09:55)* Critique of Germany's free speech restrictions, rebutting claims that it led to Nazi rise (noting Hitler suppressed speech).* Sarcastic jab at European views on free speech as evil.Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks (01:09:55 - 01:18:25)* Confusion over Zelensky's absence from peace talks (in California) while Ukraine weakens against Russia.* Assertion that Russia achieved its goals (ports, energy), with U.S. withdrawal under Trump likely forcing Ukraine to yield.* Mockery of unchanging maps and NATO's relevance.Midwits and Delusion (01:19:21 - 01:30:58)* Definition of “midwits”: average intellects who think they're geniuses, blindly following media narratives.* Examples: AOC calling Musk dumb, liberals blaming Trump for unrelated events (e.g., Canadian plane crash).* Contrast with self-aware “dumb” and “smart” people who recognize their limits.Personal Reflection and Morality (01:30:58 - 01:36:28)* Iron King shares a friend's 10-year false rape accusation ordeal, turning him to Jesus.* Lesson: Past moral failures don't negate truth; Christians must boldly uphold it despite personal shortcomings.Final Thoughts (01:36:28 - 01:51:00)* The StwrongOne: Outrage at establishment (e.g., Chuck Schumer) defending wasteful spending while pitying deluded defenders who deny reality, like a cheated spouse refusing to see truth.* Philosopher King: Defers final thought to next week due to time, promises to post on Substack.Closing Verse and Prayer (01:51:43 - 01:56:06)* Verse: Psalm 46:10 – “Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Emphasizes God's inevitable triumph, not just peace.* Prayer: Gratitude for gathering, prayer for a friend's struggling family, and blessings in Jesus' name.* Outro: Encouragement to like, share, subscribe, and tell friends in “Trump's America.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

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The gang at the Produce Stand are joined by their buddies Casey and Stephen to rewatch the Letterkenny Valentime's Day special.

On this Best Of episode of Humble and Fred, the guys chat with K Trevor Wilson from Letterkenny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paleontologist and writer Riley Black joins the show to talk about a plant mystery. Plus, Amanda talks about turning your leftover lasagna into a power source, and Rachel discusses Letterkenny and "hockey English." The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week is a podcast by Popular Science. Share your weirdest facts and stories with us in our Facebook group or tweet at us! Click here to learn more about all of our stories!  Links to Rachel's TikTok, Newsletter, Merch Store and More: https://linktr.ee/RachelFeltman  Rachel now has a Patreon, too! Follow her for exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/RachelFeltman Link to Jess' Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jesscapricorn -- Follow our team on Twitter Rachel Feltman: www.twitter.com/RachelFeltman Produced by Jess Boddy: www.twitter.com/JessicaBoddy Popular Science: www.twitter.com/PopSci Theme music by Billy Cadden: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LqT4DCuAXlBzX8XlNy4Wq?si=5VF2r2XiQoGepRsMTBsDAQ Thanks to our Sponsors! Get started today at https://chime.com/WEIRDEST Chime. Feels like Progress. Get an additional 20% OFF the @honeylove Holiday sale by going to https://honeylove.com/WEIRDEST! #honeylovepod Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to https://Quince.com/weirdest for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have your feet seen the light of day since last September? Podiatrist Paula Haughey from the Foot and Ankle Clinic in Letterkenny offers tips on unloved toenails, fungal infections, calluses, chilblains and general footcare advice.

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This week, Comcast's earnings point to an uncertain future. Nielsen Ratings Show Notes Comcast stock sinks as Peacock fails to add more subscribers, broadband losses disappoint Comcast Execs Talk Cable SpinCo & New NBCUniversal As Wall Street Presses For Details Peacock Lost $372 Million in the Final Quarter of 2024 Kelly Campbell Out As Peacock President ‘Married At First Sight' Shocker: Peacock Nabs Wedding Format Away From Lifetime With Huge Deal For Kinetic Content The Nielsen ARTEY Awards: 2024 Streaming Unwrapped 'The White Lotus' Renewed For Season 4 At HBO Prime Video Orders ‘Rise Of The Empress' Series Based On Books With Gemma Chan, Viola Davis & Forest Whitaker Among EPs Game Show ‘1% Club' Renewed at Fox, Joel McHale Takes Over as Host Hulu's ‘Letterkenny' Spinoff ‘Shoresy' Renewed for Season 5 ‘Extraordinary,' ‘Shardlake' Will Not Be Renewed for Further Seasons on Disney+ (EXCLUSIVE) ‘The Lincoln Lawyer' Renewed For Season 4 By Netflix With Neve Campbell Back Full-Time Netflix Renews ‘Love Is Blind' Through Season 10, Season 8 Set for Valentine's Day Release ‘The Diplomat': Bradley Whitford Joins Allison Janney For ‘The West Wing' Reunion On Season 3 ‘Little House On The Prairie' Reboot Ordered By Netflix Neil Gaiman's ‘The Sandman' to End With Season 2 at Netflix (EXCLUSIVE) Recommendations Mythic Quest The Traitors, season 3 Final Fantasy VII Rebirth The Top Ten Best Hit Songs of 2024 Gilmore Girls

Dr. Catherine Sweeney, GP in Dunmore, Co. Galway explains how she still has no electricity and Shane Ó Curraighín, North-West Correspondent reports from Letterkenny as people there continue to feel the effects of Storm Éowyn.

ShopLK, Letterkenny's shop local initiative, has attained a record breaking year of sales, the 20th consecutive year of growth for the programme. Annual sales of ShopLK Gift Cards for 2024 reached €7,059,234, an increase of €1.3m on 2023, making the program the top selling local gift card in Ireland. The initiative celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024 The record breaking year of shop local sales for Letterkenny follows an increase in corporate sales and the introduction of a raft of technological advancements for the programme including the digital ShopLK Gift Card and the ability to pick up cards in person and load with value. Commenting on the most recent achievement, Claire McDonough, Chamber President said: "Each year since our ShopLK Gift Cards were launched, we have had year on year sales increases. We were cautious this year with making a prediction after hitting such a huge milestone last year, so we have been blown away by this figure that has far exceeded all our expectations. "Our corporate sales continue to increase as businesses chose the ShopLK Gift Card as a reward for their employees and this year we welcomed new corporate customers from around the county recognising that Letterkenny is regarded as the main retail centre of the county. "Corporate sales are only part of the success story. The Chamber Office and the pop-up shop in The Courtyard Shopping centre were busier than ever right up to Christmas eve. This year we also had the ShopLK digital card as an alternative to the physical card and the 'Load this Card' option has also proven really popular. "As ShopLK Gift Cards are only redeemable in over 260 outlets in Letterkenny, this brings profit to the town and supports local jobs. ShopLK is all about supporting local shopping, sales of this level shows that the message has gotten through. Customers love the variety and the support it offers in their favourite outlets." Toni Forrester, CEO at Letterkenny Chamber, commented: "What a busy year it was. 2024 saw us move into a new partnership with Town & City Gift Card provider Miconex; this has given us much more scope in terms of a digital offering that has proved very popular, web sales were also up on last year and all round we are now able to offer a better online service. "As we headed into December we knew it was busy but this sales level has really surprised us. This is the biggest town scheme in Ireland and we appreciate our customers who have bought cards in their thousands and the many businesses who use ShopLK as their preferred employee reward." The digital version of the ShopLK Gift Card can be added to digital wallets, enabling 'tap to pay' New digital technology for corporate organisations was also introduced in the latter part of 2024, allowing organisations to send ShopLK Gift Cards to multiple recipients at once, immediately or on a future date. Colin Munro is the managing director of Miconex and said: "It has been fantastic to work alongside Letterkenny Chamber in 2024 to help take this trailblazing local gift card to the next level of growth. The introduction of the new digital ShopLK Gift Card for both consumers and corporate organisations enhanced accessibility and convenience of the card, encouraging even more people to make the move to local. "With the Irish Revenue's Small Benefit Exemption Scheme now increased to €1,500 from January 1st, local gift cards like the ShopLK Gift Card give employers the chance to gift their staff a tax free benefit that also benefits their community." Acknowledging the support of Donegal County Council, Claire McDonough added: "The financial support that we have had from the Donegal County Council, Letterkenny Milford MD, has really enabled us to elevate ShopLK over the years and really establish the brand. It has allowed us to promote Letterkenny across Donegal and the North West. "Letterkenny Chamber could not run this highly successful initiative without the support of DSP Community Employment progr...

Patrick McNeil makes his return to The Produce Stand to update us on what he's been up to with acting, wrestling and much more!

A new Limerick Gift Card has launched as part of efforts to support local businesses by locking in spending and attracting new spending to the county. Backed by Limerick City and County Council and Limerick Chamber, the gift card is available as either a physical gift card or an e-card that can be added to digital wallets. Cards can be spent in the city and surrounding towns, including Newcastle West, Adare, Abbeyfeale, Kilmallock and Rathkeale. Over 140 businesses, including independent businesses and well-known Irish brands such as Penneys and Brown Thomas, accept the new Limerick Gift Card. John Moran, Mayor of Limerick said: "Local retail businesses are key to a vibrant Limerick. They provide essential shopping and services, employment and broader support in our communities. But it is not a one-way street. They need our support too. A little adjustment by each of us in how we spend this Christmas will make a huge collective difference to them. These innovative cards make that easy for us all! Please think local this year!" The Limerick Gift Card is part of the multi-award winning Town & City Gift Card concept active across Ireland in Ballinrobe, Carndonagh, Drogheda, Letterkenny, Sligo and Waterford. Over €7 million Town & City Gift Cards were sold in Ireland in 2023, with around 80% of sales to organisations for staff rewards and incentives. Newly launched technology from Miconex allows Irish organisations to distribute digital Limerick Gift Cards to their staff, clients and customers online to multiple participants at once, immediately or on a future date. Liam Dwan, manager of Brown Thomas said it's a card for everyone: "Brown Thomas is located on O'Connell Street at the centre of Limerick's main shopping district and as one of Ireland's leading department stores, we were keen to get involved with the Limerick Gift Card. What's great about the card is the choice on offer. With one card, recipients can go shopping in Limerick's best stores, grab a bite to eat or a coffee, or even stay over. It's a card that caters for everyone." Penneys store manager Noel McNamara adds: "Penneys Limerick is delighted to be collaborating with fellow Limerick businesses on this exciting new gift card for our city and county. People often visit the city for the high street stores, but will stay to discover other businesses too, and this has a positive impact on everyone. We know from our own Penneys gift cards that people spend over and above the value on the cards, all benefiting our local economy and helping Limerick to thrive." Alongside city businesses, a range of Limerick county businesses are participating in the program, like Isobel's Boutique in Adare. Kay Mulcaire is the owner of the store and said the card is straightforward and appealing: "The fact you can buy a digital version of the card which can be added to digital wallets is fantastic. Lots of people pay using their phones now, so it makes supporting local really convenient. It's also ideal for last-minute gifts, as people can buy the digital card online and send it to the recipient in moments. People want to support local, but it has to be easy, and the new Limerick Gift Card is straightforward and appealing." Hospitality businesses including restaurants, cafés and pubs are also accepting the card, like multi-award winning pub Mother Macs on High Street and Upper Denmark Street. Michael McMahon, owner of Mother Macs, said the card provides much-needed support for the hospitality sector: "Supporting local has always been at the heart of what we do at Mother Macs Public House, and the Limerick City Gift Card aligns perfectly with that ethos. It's a simple yet impactful way to champion our city's incredible mix of retailers, hospitality venues, and cultural gems." A range of accommodation providers are also accepting the Limerick Gift Card, like Deebert House Hotel. Margaret O'Sullivan, manager of the hotel, commented: "Nestled at the foothills of the Ballyhoura Mountains, ...

A new gift card has gone live in Donegal Town as part of efforts to retain spend in Donegal and encourage local spending. Backed by Donegal Town Business Focus Group, the new Donegal Town Gift Card is available as a physical gift card or an e-card that can be added to digital wallets. Donegal Town introduced their paper Shop Local Vouchers in 2016, with over €1.5 million in sales to date. Gareth Britton is chairperson of Donegal Town Business Focus Group, and owner of All Sports and said the time was right for the town to introduce a high-tech gift card: "All Sports was founded in 1997 and like most of the businesses who are part of the Donegal Town Business Focus Group, it is family run. The idea behind the Shop Local Vouchers was to help keep money local in challenging economic times and encourage a buy and spend local mind-set. The best option initially was paper but it's time to move on to a high tech physical and digital gift card. "The main benefit of the new Donegal Town Gift Card is that it's user friendly. The gift card format is one people are familiar with, and unlike the paper vouchers that could only be used in one business, the gift card can be used in multiple businesses, across multiple transactions. "As we approach the peak season for gift card sales, having our own gift card is a huge advantage enabling both consumer and corporate sales. Organisations can buy the Donegal Town Gift Card for their staff with the knowledge that it can be spent with so many businesses in Donegal Town. "It's eligible for the Small Benefit Exemption, meaning organisations can reward their staff, tax free, up to €1,000 per employee, which goes up to €1,500 in January." Alongside retail and hospitality, a range of service based businesses accept the Donegal Town Gift Card like locally owned business, Specsavers. Eddie Dolan is the co-owner of Specsavers and said: "Specsavers has been open for 8 years in Donegal. We're part of the wider Specsavers brand, offering the value, service and quality eye care the brand is known for but delivered in a local way with a warm Donegal welcome. I think the progression of the vouchers to the new Donegal Town Gift Card is a fantastic and a great move for our local businesses. A high-tech gift card is what customers expect nowadays. "It makes a more thoughtful, personal gift. With over 80 businesses participating, recipients of the card have flexibility to spend it on their eyes and ears, groceries, fuel or anything else they want or need in Donegal Town, blending practical uses with treats. "It's also so much easier for businesses to accept the new gift card as payment, just like any other card payment. Plus, there's no commission for businesses to accept the Donegal Town Gift Card, unlike the national gift cards which take a big commission. We'll be giving the Donegal Town Gift Card to our staff this Christmas using the Small Benefit Exemption because it ensures the full benefit reaches the employee, and locks our investment in Donegal Town." The Donegal Town Gift Card is part of the multi award winning Town & City Gift Card concept active across Ireland in Ballinrobe, Carndonagh, Drogheda, Letterkenny, Sligo and Waterford. Over €7 million Town & City Gift Cards were sold in Ireland in 2023, with around 80% of sales to organisations for staff rewards and incentives. Colin Munro is the managing director of Miconex and said: "It has been fantastic to work alongside Donegal Town to successfully onboard businesses from their previous paper voucher scheme to their new gift card. In our 2024 research, shop local sentiment was extremely high with consumers, employees and organisations all expressing a desire to support local businesses and their community. With its inherent support for local and unbeatable local choice, the Donegal Town Gift Card is the gift card that people want to receive." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication a...

You may know Shimone Moore as the lead singer of Sick Puppies during the Sick Puppies incredibly successful run in the early 2010s. After a falling out between him and Sick Puppies bassist Emma Anzai he left the band almost a decade ago and has since decided to go solo under jus the name Shim. After a solo album in 2018 and a couple of singles since, he and his bassist / musical soulmate Jayme Lewis are at again, and have a lot planned for the new year. They both stopped by my studio to crank up some tunes and talk the talk. This episode of Cutter's Rockcast also includes an exclusive song from Shim and Jayme that hasn't been heard outside of their circle before, it's a song that was written on the fly after binging Letterkenny and it's not for the faint of heart, trigger warning if you're a bit sensitive to outlandish comedic subject manners. The rest of the conversation is pretty normal, or at least as normal as it can be for Shim. 

For one last time Your Generals (and Stephen) return to LETTERKENNY and it's inhabitants problems. What will the conversation degenerate to though when it's time to say goodbye to the series? Support Zac's Patreon: www.patreon.com/ThumbsJ Check out all earVVyrm podcasts at www.earvvyrm.com Email us at generalnerderypod@gmail.com

The gang at The Produce Stand are joined by their buddy Kassie who kicks out her top ten favourite Letterkenny jams.

Fintech Miconex has launched new digital gifting technology in Ireland to enable organisations to easily reward their staff with local gift cards. The technology, introduced in October, allows organisations to send digital e-cards versions of Town & City Gift Cards online to multiple recipients at once. Organisations can also choose to send their gift cards immediately or on a future date. Recipients are then able to 'tap to pay' with a range of local businesses including retail, hospitality, health & beauty, leisure & attractions and services. Miconex operates local Town & City Gift Card programmes across Ireland in Ballinrobe, Carndonagh, Drogheda, Letterkenny, Sligo and Waterford, with new programmes set to launch pre Christmas in Wexford, Tipperary, Limerick, Kilkenny and Donegal Town. The cards - which can be spent with big brands and independent businesses in specific towns and cities - are popular for employee rewards with organisations including The Riverside Hotel, Arrotek and Compupac using the cards. The introduction of the new digital e-card technology echoes key industry trends with the GCVA reporting that digital gift card sales overtook physical gift card sales for the first time in 2024, an increase of 17.1%, largely driven by the employee benefit market. In Miconex 2024 research with over 4,000 organisations, employees and consumers, 84% of organisations said corporate social responsibility has become more important to their organisation over the past 12 months and 89% said supporting local businesses/their community was important to their organisation. Support for local is also strong with employees. 94% of employees said it is important that the organisation they work for supports local businesses. Colin Munro, managing director of Miconex, said: "Ireland has a unique employee reward and incentive culture with the Irish Revenue's Small Benefit Exemption Scheme allowing organisations to gift pay rolled employees and directors up to two small non-cash benefits each year up to a value of €1,000, increasing to €1,500 in January 2025. "Organisations in Ireland are evolving their reward and incentive strategies, putting increased focus on the 3 Cs of community support, CSR and choice for their teams. Our investment in digital gift card technology is key to our mission of making it easy for organisations to make the move to a local gift card that blends support for local with unbeatable local choice." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Maybe these hosers have had too much maple syrup or Labatt's Blue! Whatever is is, they won't shut-up about all these great bands and artists that resonate locally but fail to break through the impenetrable force field that is the 49th parallel.  Rest assured it's not all Habs & Leafs, polar bears, Letterkenny and Tim Horton's up there. There's some awesome music too!  So grab your double-double, put on your toque and grab a seat on the chesterfield as these keeners just giver eh.   For more on Rob (Northern Revolutions): https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernRevolutions   For more on Brian (Embryonic Robot): https://www.youtube.com/@EmbryonicRobot   For more on Curtis (Young LP Lovers): https://www.youtube.com/@YoungLPLovers   For more on Peter (Music is a Journey): https://www.youtube.com/@musicisajourney   For more on Glen Kellaway (From The Basement): https://www.youtube.com/@GlenKellawayfromthebasement   For more on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com  

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This week Mr. Pold blows up about a potato mix-up, St. Jimmy looks for a lost pet, and D'Viddy does some fly-tipping. Consumption: Mr. Pold - Extant, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 2, Monty Python's Flying Circus St. Jimmy - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Letterkenny season 12 D'Viddy - The Grand Tour Music Provided By: Greg Gibbs / Most Guitars Are Made of Trees Amil Byleckie / What's in the Bag Old Man Sycamore Drive / Untold Story

The gang at The Produce Stand are joined by Dylan Playfair, who plays Reilly on Letterkenny.

Ireland golf continues as the boys travel from Letterkenny even more north west into the teeth of Ireland golf.

The gang at The Produce Stand are joined their buddy Tobias to recap/review the season 3 finale: Soo Hunt.Hockey HaikuShoresy's final gameSetting the tone one last timeTry to win it allFuture is unknownUncertain what will come nextOne more to play thoughIn the end he'll goUntil he can't go no moreLeave it on the iceSo get on the goLast time Shoresy…you ready?Good cause you're goingFinal RatingVictor: FreshTanya: FreshAl: FreshMat: FreshTobias: FreshMVPVictor: The Butter FountainTanya: NatAl: ShoresyMat: ShoresyJosh: ShoresyScientific Twitter PollFresh: -Clearance: -Compost: -

This week, Mat is on vacation so the Takeover put a bow on their deep dive into the character of Shoresy in Letterkenny to see if there were any clues into what the character becomes on the spin-off show, Shoresy. This is part 3.

Al and Tanya are still on vacation so the Takeover continued their deep dive into the character of Shoresy in Letterkenny to see if there were any clues into what the character becomes on the spin-off show, Shoresy. This is part 2.

Al and Tanya are on vacation so the Takeover team springs into action! They're doing a deep dive into the character of Shoresy in Letterkenny to see if there were any clues into what the character becomes on the spin-off show, Shoresy. This is part 1.

A new guest enters the TNO mix, and it's our newly appointed Designated Canadian, Genna Buck! Not only does she share her Canadian expertise to discuss these chapters, but she joins Mike to talk about the non-Canadian parts too! Hooray! Topics include: tube TVs, Quebecois, old slang, color theory, Baldur's Gate III, collecting, The Beastie Boys, thought processes, Le Château Frontenac, Quebec winters, call men fiesty, privately intense people, TMI, Celine Dion, Letterkenny, Arctic Monkeys, personal style, language diversity, suitcase collabs, FB pokes, Baldur's Gate, pizzagetti, Montreal bagels, and more! TNO Live: www.thenewestolympian.com/live TNO Bonus Eps: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon Pages Past Podcast: Patreon, Spotify — Find The Newest Olympian Online —  • Website: www.thenewestolympian.com • Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon • Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian • Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian • Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian • Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian • Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch — Production —  • Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert • Editor: Sherry Guo • Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle • Art: Jessica E. Boyd — About The Show —  Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he reads through the books for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over Greek mythology. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices