Podcasts about lough

Paul Byrne speaks to John Looney and Ernest Cantillion on their fundraising idea at The Lough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The past few weeks have presented challenging conditions, with bright sunshine and no wind. On this week's podcast I share my experiences on Corrib, as well as an evening spent on Lough Arrow in search of spent Mayfly. Also, I discuss my guiding on Lough Corrib and provide information for anyone interested in joining me to experience this special Lough.Enjoy!

The algae in the Lough will harm birds and should never have been left get to this level Veronica tells PJ who also talks to Niall Hatch of Birdwatch Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you seen the state of the lough - could it be dangerous to the birds?...Senator Nicole Ryan lost a pregnancy - she wants changes in the law for women and partners...The history tour of Cork that our listeners can get for free & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ernest Cantillon and Pat Fitz are joining forces to organise 'Lap the Lough' - a fundraiser for Cork City Hospitals' Children's Club.Ernest chats to JP about their novel idea Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carole Coleman reports from Lough Key Forest Park in County Roscommon which opens to campers this weekend, seven weeks on from Storm Eowyn.

Download your own copy of the Diocese of Salford's Jubilee Booklet which contains all you need to know to be a Pilgrim of Hope. Included are the designated Churches, the Jubilee Prayer and information about pilgrimages outside of Salford, including to Rome. https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Main-Jubilee-booklet-digital.pdf

The Starling murmuration is the name given to the phenomenon which sees hundreds of thousands of these small birds dancing through the air in winter and early spring. Terry Flanagan went to Lough Ennell in Co. Westmeath to meet James Crosbie and witness one.

Several major sewage treatment projects won't now go ahead due to funding constraints. What impact will that have on water quality in areas including Belfast Lough? Rick spoke to Cllr Anthony Flynn from the Green Party Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Winner of Best Folk Album at the Irish folk awards for 'Fíoruisce - the Legend of the Lough's'

Join me for My Lough Mask Distillery Chat with Andrew Bourke-Hastings, Head Distiller. I recently visited this picturesque, yet industrial, distillery in beautiful county Mayo, surrounded on all sides by gorgeous lakes and mountains. Andrew started in Lough Mask as a brewer and is now their Head Distiller. They are nearing the point in their journey where they will be releasing their very own whiskey. They have a very innovative cask program going where you can jump on with a 20/30 litre cask of their own new make spirit. They are concentrating on single malt Irish whiskey and are producing amazing products, from what I saw. Well worth checking out. This episode of the podcast is sponsored by: www.boanndistillery.ie www.killowendistillery.com  Don't forget to sign up to my Patreon channel for early access episodes and more, for a few euros a month and help me deliver the best podcasts to you. https://www.patreon.com/whiskeychatspodcast I really hope you listening in to our chat. Laurie

Former Iowa Events Center senior event manager Zach Lough shares about his experience preparing for Donald Trump's Presidential Inaugural events at Washington, D.C.'s Capital One Arena.

Former Iowa Events Center senior event manager Zach Lough shares about his experience preparing for Donald Trump's Presidential Inaugural events at Washington, D.C.'s Capital One Arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Ours To Protect today, we take a closer look at biodiversity and sustainability in Co Clare. We visit the Lough Grainey valley in East Clare an area of immense beauty and ecological value. Here, a highly skilled team of directors, committed to protecting biodiversity, rewilding and nature education are working to develop the area as a nature sanctuary. Dr Marina Levitina is Co-founder of the Lough Grainey Nature Sanctuary.

This week we're finding out about the unique and special Lough Carra, renowned for its marl bottom which gave the water an alluring blue and aquamarine appearance. Not only that but the fishing – and mayfly fishing especially – was pretty spectacular.  But like so many things in nature, Lough Carra went into decline due to eutrophication. However, the Lough has many interested stakeholders, not least the local communities, which have been vociferous and active in their attempts at restoring Carra to its once greatness. And Tom Byrne, of the Lough Carra Catchment Association, and lifelong angler, joins us to tell us more. A great resource on Lough Carra is at:https://loughcarra.org/ And here's an interesting paper on the marl crusts of the lough:https://loughcarra.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/The-Marl-Crusts-of-Lough-Carra-by-Dr-P.-Doddy-2019.pdf Keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly on https://www.IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on https://Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly.

We hope you're enjoying the Christmas break and relaxing at the vice, reading a fly fishing book or even heading out to a fishery....we'll be back in the New Year with new Ireland on the Fly episodes but in the meantime, enjoy an episode from August 2024 with Paul Molloy from Oughterard whose family has been steeped in Irish fly fishing for generations living and working by the shore of Lough Corrib. And as a kid growing up, Paul tells us of the mayfly market where they would be selling mayflies by the dozen and then as he got older how he got more and more into the fly tying side of things becoming an All Ireland Youths champion. These days Paul lives in Tipperary but the call of the loughs is strong and he tells us why Corrib is still so special to him. Pic: https://www.Instagram.com/Pauly_MolloyRate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple or Spotify, plus you can sign up for our newsletter on https://www.IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on https://Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly.

An investigation by BBC Northern Ireland's Spotlight programme has found that untreated sewage is spilling into Belfast Lough from the Government owned company, Northern Ireland water. That's having a devastating impact on those who use the lough, particularly its shellfish industry.The Office for Environmental Protection has said it believes DEFRA may have broken environmental laws when allowing the use of neonicotinoid pesticides, in 2023 and 2024. Neonic seed treatments were banned because they are harmful to bees...but the Government has issued emergency authorisation allowing their use on sugar beet, for the last 4 years.A daily on-farm test for milk safety is being trialled by six dairy farms selling unpasteurised, or raw milk, direct to consumers. Un-pasteurised milk can contain bacteria that can cause food poisoning... At the moment, raw milk is tested, but often the results aren't available until AFTER it's been sold and drunk. We visit one of the farms involved in the trial.And not all the people who work in food and farming are farmers... As part of our focus on labour in the food supply chain, we meet members of the "Young Women in Poultry Production" group.Presented by Anna Hill Produced by Rebecca Rooney

The international response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine remains inadequate to the task of achieving a full victory and often lags dangerously behind requirements. There is now a fear that the Western response is even inadequate to maintain an unhealthy status quo, and that Russia is now making advanced against a depleted and exhausted Ukraine. Meanwhile Western backers debate the war's likely endgame and its aftermath, without a clear sense of how Ukraine's allies can shape the outcome. In this context, John Lough of Chatham House has produced a timely analysis that examines Four scenarios for how the war in Ukraine will end. ---------- There are four possible outcomes for Russia's full-scale war on Ukraine: ‘long war', ‘frozen conflict', ‘victory for Ukraine' and ‘defeat for Ukraine'. Regardless of which scenario emerges, the far-reaching and traumatic sociological, economic and political impacts of the war will be inescapable. Chatham House briefing (Updated 21 October 2024) Published 16 October 2024 (ISBN: 978 1 78413 626 0) An earlier version of this paper was funded by the Secretary of State's Office for Net Assessment and Challenge (SONAC) within the UK Ministry of Defence. This briefing paper was supported in part through a grant from the Open Society Foundations. ---------- John Lough is an associate fellow of the Russia and Eurasia Programme at Chatham House and the Head of International at the New Eurasian Strategies Centre, a London-based think-tank. He studied German and Russian at Cambridge University and began his career as an analyst at the Soviet Studies (later Conflict Studies) Research Centre, focusing on Soviet/Russian security policy. He spent six years with NATO and was the first alliance representative to be based in Moscow (1995–98). He gained direct experience of the Russian oil and gas industry at TNK-BP as a manager in the company's international affairs team (2003–08). From 2008 to 2024, he worked in consultancy alongside his role with Chatham House. He has written extensively on governance and anti-corruption issues in Ukraine and is the author of Germany's Russia Problem, published by Manchester University Press (2021). ---------- LINKS: https://www.chathamhouse.org/2024/10/four-scenarios-end-war-ukraine/about-author https://www.chathamhouse.org/2023/06/how-end-russias-war-ukraine https://www.chathamhouse.org/about-us/our-people/john-lough https://www.highgate.ltd/john-lough https://x.com/JohnLough ---------- SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ---------- TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND: Save Ukraine https://www.saveukraineua.org/ Superhumans - Hospital for war traumas https://superhumans.com/en/ UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukraine https://unbroken.org.ua/ Come Back Alive https://savelife.in.ua/en/ Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchen https://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraine UNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyy https://u24.gov.ua/ Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation https://prytulafoundation.org NGO “Herojam Slava” https://heroiamslava.org/ kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyśl https://kharpp.com/ NOR DOG Animal Rescue https://www.nor-dog.org/home/ ---------- PLATFORMS: Twitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSilicon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconcurtain/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqm Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ---------- Welcome to the Silicon Curtain podcast. Please like and subscribe if you like the content we produce. It will really help to increase the popularity of our content in YouTube's algorithm. Our material is now being made available on popular podcasting platforms as well, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Owen Murphy, Senior Project Manager with the Breeding Waders European Innovation Partnership, discusses what the purchase of Clanwich Island on Lough Ree means for endangered wading birds.

I talk with Páidí McNicholl , one of the lead campaigners with the Save Lough Neagh campaign about the current state of play with the Lough and Sundays marh for clean water in Belfast

Marty is joined by singer, composer and songwriter, John Spillane, who chats to Marty about his latest album, a folk opera called 'Fíoruisce - The Legend of the Lough' which has just been released.

Applications are now being accepted for the 36th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade at Fort Vancouver! This community event honors veterans of all service branches and will take place on November 11. Learn more about how to get involved at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/applications-being-accepted-for-entries-in-the-2024-lough-legacy-veterans-day-parade/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #ClarkCountyWa #VeteransDayParade #LocalNews #VancouverWa #CommunityCelebration

Episode 14 of Fragile Juggernaut is the first of our trio of regional episodes. It dials into New York City, the seat of the country's largest manufacturing base, but one composed of a vast constellation of small and diverse shops; and also host to the nation's largest port, transport system, white collar and cultural complex, and more. With the eminent historian Joshua Freeman, Gabe and Ben talk about worker organizing outside the CIO cast–public transit workers, teachers, laundry workers and domestics–as well as what made New York City, a non-fordist city in the age of Ford, so exemplary compared to other parts of the country. The episode features James Baldwin and Truman Capote; Irish dance halls and cruising on the piers; burial societies, Tammany Hall, and clandestine organizations; the origins of bodegas and how the mob got rackets into organized labor; the trade union origins of “Strange Fruit”; Ella Baker and Esther Cooper Jackson; the IRA and Broadway musicals; how transit workers built their union campaigning against big squeegees; the hybrid combinations of craft and industrial unionism; and the limits to workplace organization in a city defined by tremendous ethnic, religious, and neighborhood segmentation. Featured music: “I Ain't Got Nobody” by Count Basie; “It's Better With A Union Man” by Pins and Needles Orchestra; “Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday; “The Boys of the Lough” by Michael Coleman; “Talking Sailor” by Woody Guthrie; “One Big Union for Two” by the Pins and Needles Orchestra; “New York Town” by Woody Guthrie.Archival audio credits: Esther Cooper Jackson discusses domestic work research; Mike Quill debates Rep. Fred Hartley on ABC news; longshoreman and sailor Stan Weir describes conservatizing effects of the racket on the docks. Fragile Juggernaut is a Haymarket Originals podcast exploring the history, politics, and strategic lessons of the Congress of Industrial Organizations and the rank and file insurgency that produced it. Support Fragile Juggernaut on Patreon and receive our exclusive bimonthly newsletter, full of additional insights, reading recommendations, and archival materials we've amassed along the way. Buy Organized Labor and the Black Worker, 20% Off: https://www.haymarketbooks.org/books/991-organized-labor-and-the-black-worker-1619-1981

Continuing our Emmy coverage, today we speak with the creators of the  Emmy-nominated HBO documentary series, “Telemarketers”.  Co-director Adam Bhala Lough describes the 3-part series this way: “Two scumbag telemarketers discover that there are cogs in the wheel of a multimillion dollar scam. And so they band together to try to take down the scam and then take down the industry.”   Adam joins Mike on the pod along with one of the characters he lovingly calls a scumbag: his co-director and cousin Sam Lipman-Stern.   They discuss  the other scumbag, Pet Pespas, who despite being an recovering if accomplished telemarketer as well as a recovering if chronic heroin addict–or maybe because of both those things–is the driving moral center of the series.  In addition to exposing the scam that is telemarketing for the local chapters of several powerful charitable organizations such as the Fraternal Order of Police and the Police Benevolent Association, the series provides the  depiction of friendship despite the odds as well as  the seemingly unlikely growth of Sam as a talented documentary filmmaker.     Hidden Gems: “The Land of Look Behind” “Crazy Rulers of the World”   Follow: @AdamBhalaLough on twitter/X @samlipmanstern on Instagram and twitter/X @patrickjpespas on Instagram @topdocspod on Instagram and twitter/X   The Presenting Sponsor of "Top Docs" is Netflix.

Joining us on this week's show is Paul Molloy from Oughterard whose family has been steeped in Irish fly fishing for generations living and working by the shore of Lough Corrib. And as a kid growing up, Paul tells us of the mayfly market where they would be selling mayflies by the dozen and then as he got older how he got more and more into the fly tying side of things becoming an All Ireland Youths champion. These days Paul lives in Tipperary but the call of the loughs is strong and he tells us why Corrib is still so special to him. Pic: https://www.Instagram.com/Pauly_MolloyRate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple or Spotify, plus you can sign up for our newsletter on https://www.IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on https://Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly.

The concept album is a three-act Gaelic folk opera featuring some of our most talented folk and sean nós singers.

This Day in Legal History: Pennsylvania First Movie Censorship LawsOn July 19, 1911, Pennsylvania enacted the first movie censorship laws in the United States, marking a significant moment in legal and cultural history. These laws empowered a state board to review and censor films, aiming to protect the public from what were considered immoral or indecent content. This move sparked a wave of similar legislation across the country, as other states quickly followed Pennsylvania's lead. The push for film censorship reflected broader societal concerns about the influence of motion pictures on public morals, especially on the youth.The legal landscape for film censorship was further solidified in 1915 when the US Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of these laws in the case of Mutual Film Corporation v. Industrial Commission of Ohio. The Court ruled that movies were a form of business, not art, and therefore not entitled to First Amendment protections. This decision effectively endorsed the states' rights to regulate the burgeoning film industry, leading to widespread and varied censorship practices.It wasn't until 1952, with the case of Joseph Burstyn, Inc. v. Wilson, that the Supreme Court reversed this stance, recognizing films as a form of expression protected under the First Amendment. This pivotal shift underscored the evolving understanding of free speech and the role of movies in American culture. Pennsylvania's early censorship laws thus set the stage for a decades-long debate over the balance between regulation and freedom of expression in the arts.Over the past two terms, the U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed five significant cases from the conservative-leaning 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on the grounds of lacking legal standing. These cases involved controversial issues like abortion rights, online free speech, federal student loans, immigration, and Native American child welfare. By overturning these rulings, the Supreme Court emphasized the necessity for plaintiffs to demonstrate concrete and non-speculative injury to sustain their cases. This approach aims to reduce the number of politically charged lawsuits, often filed in states within the 5th Circuit due to its conservative reputation.Legal experts note that this trend marks a push for stricter judicial gatekeeping. The Supreme Court's 6-3 conservative majority has reinforced limits on standing, even affecting conservative plaintiffs and Republican-led states. This shift has been evident in cases such as Texas and Louisiana's challenges to Biden's immigration policies, and anti-abortion groups' attempts to restrict access to mifepristone. Notably, some decisions were unanimous, while others saw sharp divisions among the justices.The doctrine of legal standing prevents courts from resolving policy disputes better suited for legislative arenas. Historically, liberals tested the boundaries on standing, but recent rulings show a change in this dynamic. The Supreme Court's actions could limit state attorneys general from frequently suing over opposing presidential policies, altering the landscape of American judicial proceedings. US Supreme Court is making it harder to sue - even for conservatives | ReutersOn July 19, 2024, a Russian court sentenced U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in a maximum security penal colony on charges of espionage, a verdict his employer, the Wall Street Journal, condemned as a "disgraceful sham conviction." Gershkovich, 32, was accused of attempting to gather sensitive information about a tank factory in Yekaterinburg and became the first U.S. journalist charged with spying in Russia since the Cold War. His arrest in March 2023 prompted many Western journalists to leave Moscow. The court, citing state secrecy, held the trial behind closed doors, fueling speculation about a potential U.S.-Russia prisoner exchange.During the hearing, Gershkovich, who maintained his innocence, stood in a glass cage and listened to the judge's rapid verdict. The judge ruled that the 16 months Gershkovich had already spent in detention would count towards his sentence. The Wall Street Journal and Gershkovich's colleagues expressed outrage and pledged to continue efforts for his release, emphasizing that journalism is not a crime.Russian prosecutors alleged that Gershkovich was gathering secret information for the CIA about a company manufacturing tanks for Russia's war in Ukraine. The factory in question, Uralvagonzavod, has been sanctioned by the West. The rapid conclusion of the trial suggests a potential prisoner exchange could be on the horizon, though the Kremlin has not commented on this possibility.Gershkovich's case has drawn attention to the risks faced by journalists in Russia, with his sentencing seen as a warning to Western reporters. Despite his imprisonment, Gershkovich has remained resilient, engaging with friends through letters and reading Russian literature. This conviction highlights the ongoing tension between Russia and the West, and the precarious position of foreign journalists in Russia.Russian court jails US reporter Gershkovich for 16 years in spying case his employer calls a sham | ReutersOn July 18, 2024, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals blocked President Joe Biden's new student debt relief plan, halting its implementation. This decision came after seven Republican-led states requested a hold on the U.S. Department of Education's Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan, which aimed to reduce monthly payments for millions of borrowers. The ruling followed a previous decision by U.S. District Judge John Ross that partially blocked the plan by preventing further loan forgiveness.Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, who led the effort against the SAVE Plan, praised the ruling as a victory for Americans who believe in self-reliance. He criticized the plan, arguing it would burden taxpayers with significant debt. An Education Department spokesperson indicated they were assessing the ruling and would communicate with affected borrowers while defending the plan.The SAVE Plan, announced by Biden in 2022, was part of a broader $430 billion initiative to cancel up to $20,000 in debt for eligible Americans, but this broader program was blocked by the Supreme Court in June 2023. The SAVE Plan, which partially took effect on July 1, promised more favorable repayment terms and aimed to benefit over 20 million borrowers, with 8 million already enrolled.Despite already granting $5.5 billion in relief to 414,000 borrowers, the plan's estimated cost of $156 billion over ten years is disputed by Republican state attorneys general, who argue the actual cost is closer to $475 billion. The legal battle over the SAVE Plan continues, with parts of it also being contested in other courts.US appeals court blocks all of Biden student debt relief plan | ReutersTwo former Tesla Inc. lawyers have recently secured prominent legal roles at new companies. David Misler, previously an associate general counsel at Tesla, has been appointed general counsel and corporate secretary for BusPatrol America LLC. Misler, who joined Tesla from the US Securities and Exchange Commission, announced his departure from Tesla to pursue new challenges.Emily Lough, Tesla's former chief intellectual property counsel, has been named general counsel for Cohu Inc., a semiconductor equipment manufacturer. Lough transitioned to Cohu as an assistant general counsel in late 2023.These moves are part of a broader trend of former Tesla lawyers landing significant positions at other firms, from startups to established enterprises. Tesla has experienced considerable turnover, with CEO Elon Musk known for his demanding management style. Recently, Tesla sought shareholder approval for Musk's $56 million pay package and experienced high-profile executive departures amid a workforce reduction of over 10%.Despite this churn, Tesla continues to bolster its legal team, actively recruiting for legal and government affairs roles. Since mid-2022, the company has been enhancing its in-house litigation team, with Tesla's general counsel, Brandon Ehrhart, inviting new recruits via LinkedIn.Misler, now leading the legal team at BusPatrol, is enthusiastic about contributing to the company's AI-driven school bus safety technology. Meanwhile, Lough succeeds Thomas Kampfer at Cohu, who received substantial compensation in his previous role.Both Misler and Lough reflect the ongoing trend of Tesla alumni moving into key legal roles in other organizations, highlighting the dynamic and challenging environment at Tesla and the high demand for its experienced legal professionals.Tesla Lawyers Get Top Legal Roles Elsewhere as Churn ContinuesThis week's closing theme is by Frédéric Chopin.This week, we delve into the world of Romantic-era music with a focus on one of the most beloved composers of that period, Frédéric Chopin, and his exquisite "Nocturne No. 2 in E-flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2." Born in 1810 in Poland, Chopin is celebrated for his profound contributions to piano music, blending lyrical beauty with technical brilliance. His nocturnes, a series of short piano pieces, are among his most admired works, characterized by their expressive melodies and delicate phrasing."Nocturne No. 2" stands out for its serene and lyrical qualities, encapsulating the essence of Chopin's style. Written in 1830-1832, this piece demonstrates his ability to evoke deep emotion through subtle harmonic shifts and intricate ornamentation. The piece begins with a gentle, flowing melody that is gracefully embellished, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. The central section introduces a more dramatic contrast, yet it returns to the initial theme, now even more richly adorned, before concluding with a tranquil coda.Chopin's nocturnes were heavily influenced by the works of Irish composer John Field, who pioneered the form. However, Chopin expanded upon Field's ideas, infusing them with his unique poetic sensibility and pianistic innovation. "Nocturne No. 2" is a prime example of this, showcasing Chopin's mastery of the piano and his profound understanding of musical expression.As this week's closing theme, "Nocturne No. 2" invites listeners to immerse themselves in its serene beauty and reflective mood, offering a perfect end to any musical exploration. This piece not only highlights Chopin's genius but also serves as a testament to the enduring power of Romantic music to move and inspire. Without further ado, enjoy the peaceful elegance of Chopin's "Nocturne No. 2," a timeless gem in the piano repertoire. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

BBC have a new Spolight investigation into the ecocide being carried out in Lough Neagh we discover Moy Park the BIGGEST private sector employer in the north has been guilty of not giving a single fuck about dumping its effluent into the Lough. More about Gaza and some other shit. Patreon https://patreon.com/politicscultureandsomeothershit Buy Me A Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsandculturepodcasTwitter https://twitter.com/PCASOSpodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pcasospodcast/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pcasospodcast Linktree https://linktr.ee/andrewmcgibbon

It's time for our second and final mayfly update from around the country and this week we're hearing how Lough Sheelin and Lough Arrow fared with Eamonn Ross and Jackie Mahon.   Eamonn explains how the fishing was fantastic the first week the mayfly was up with some incredible fish being caught, but it's been tougher since then. Meanwhile on Arrow, Jackie describes it as patchy, and similar to many other places, if you were able to hit it at the right time, the fishing could be top drawer, but outside of the windows it was proving to be much harder.  Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.    Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly. A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnellAre you passionate about fly fishing but struggling to catch more salmon? With declining numbers, having the right tactics and understanding how and where to catch salmon is more important than ever before. At 8pm on Thursday 20th June, join us for a special Salmon Masterclass with one of Ireland's most renowned salmon anglers, Paddy McDonnell, to learn how to increase your catch rates on the water. Born near the famed River Moy, Paddy had already caught thousands of salmon by his 20s and has dedicated his life to helping others catch salmon on the rivers and lakes on the west coast of Ireland.For this Masterclass, Paddy will be sitting down with Ireland on the Fly presenters, Tom Doc Sullivan and Daire Whelan, with tips and advice to catch more salmon this season.Don't miss out on this unique opportunity where you will also get the chance to ask Paddy the salmon questions you've always wanted to know. And don't worry, if you can't make it on 20th June, you will still receive a recording of the webinar to watch back at any time. Tickets cost €10 and you can register and pay by going to:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295** 50% Loyalty Discount **As a loyalty bonus to those who have attended our two previous Masterclasses, we're also pleased to offer a 50% discount for this Salmon Masterclass webinar.If you already paid for our two previous Masterclasses and sign up for this one, then the €5 discount will be refunded to your account after you register and pay for this third webinar.Just to say thank you for your loyal support of our Masterclass Series!Who is giving the Masterclass?Paddy McDonnell, one of Ireland's most experienced and most respected salmon anglers, guides and instructors.How do I access the webinar?Once you register, you will receive an email with your unique link to log-in to access the webinar.When is it on?8-9pm on Thursday, June 20th.If I can't make it, can I still view a recording of the Masterclass afterwards?Yes, all paid attendees will get sent a link to access and view the recording of the webinar afterwards.Register and pay for your access to A Salmon Masterclass with Paddy McDonnell at:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5708122751527998295Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best.For more information email us on info@irelandonthefly.com

Yesterday Poddy Cairns and a colation of environmentalist campaingers met with Minister for Environment Andrew Weir to discuss the emergency that is our dear Lough neagh. We discuss the meeting and the outcome of it.

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New Guest Expert! On this week's Aftermath, Rebecca revisits the US Women's National Soccer team pay disparity with Dr. Nancy Lough. Dr. Lough is the founding director of the Sports Innovation Institute and specializes in sports marketing, sponsorship and improving gender equity in the sports world. Her deeply insightful input is sure to fascinate, infuriate and inspire you. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can join Rebecca, Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith as they revisit the verdict and discuss the exciting movement happening in women's sports today. Not a Patreon subscriber yet? Click below and join us!Join our Patreon!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barry Cowen, Fianna Fáil TD for Laois-Offaly; Martin Kenny, Sinn Féin TD for Sligo-Leitrim; Denis Naughten, Independent TD for Roscommon-Galway; Sinéad O'Carroll, Editor at the Journal.ie

Tony Lowes, Director, Friends of the Irish Environment

Laurence Fallon, Independent Councillor and Ellie McLaughlin, lives beside Lough Funshinagh

PJ talks to Ted who highlights how inexperienced fishermen can injure swans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Tony whose daughter pointed out the Lough now has turtles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome to Dragonfly Tales, a story podcast with tales from around the world. This episode is brought to you from Ireland! Leo and I explored the capital city of Dublin, learned about an unsolved crime, did some sight-seeing and had some super Irish grub! Leo tells a brilliant TRUE story about Dublin Castle. We then headed west to the beautiful County Mayo, and the mysterious Lough Mask. There are many legends about Loughs in Scotland and Ireland, and Emily's story features a malevolent creature that lurks in the dark waters. If you would like a shout out, you can email us at emilydragonflytales@gmail.com or get in touch via social media. You can follow us on: Facebook   Instagram Twitter Thanks for listening!   Theme Music by Leo Grazebrook on GarageBand Storytelling and singing by Emily Hanna-Grazebrook Produced by Andy Grazebrook Art by Light Creative Sound effects by Zapsplat

Carole Colman talks to local farmer Padraic Beattie and we hear from Independent Councillor Laurence Fallon.

Denis Naughten, Independent TD

Laurence Fallon, Independent Councillor // Eamon Leonard // John Leonard

Join Jim Lough as he draws upon his expertise in constitutional law, government procedures, legislative drafting, and his role as an educator at San Diego State University School of Public Affairs to delve into the intriguing topic of addressing UFO phenomena. With a personal interest fueled by close encounters witnessed throughout his lifetime, Jim provides unique insights into this enigma. Tune in for a captivating exploration.SHOW NOTES

Ken gives us an update on his project to monitor Mayflies and on efforts to ensure that their populations can grow and thrive once more at key strongholds, including Lough Carra in Co. Mayo.

L'été dernier, ce lac aussi grand que Malte s'était transformé en gigantesque peinture verte, saturée de cyanobactéries. Depuis, les habitants du lac appellent désespérément la classe politique à agir contre la prolifération de ces algues toxiques.  « Au moins l'année dernière, quand les cyanobactéries sont apparues, comme elles l'ont fait, ils ont tous écouté, enfin ! On peut dire que c'était positif en quelque sorte, ça a attiré l'attention sur un problème qui existe depuis très, très longtemps. » Dans la famille McErlain, cela fait sept générations qu'on pêche dans le Lough Neagh. Pourtant, Gary McErlain, aux yeux bleus perçants, n'avait jamais rien vu de tel. Le Lough Neagh, cette immense étendue d'eau – qui équivaut, selon lui, à 7 millions de piscines – étouffait, l'été dernier, sous une épaisse couche d'algues vertes.Cette vase gluante n'est peut-être plus visible, mais d'après Gary, la menace existe toujours : « Les cyanobactéries sont-elles toujours là ? Eh bien, vous ne pouvez pas les voir à cette période de l'année, nous sommes en janvier, l'eau est beaucoup plus froide, les températures sont basses. Mais les polluants sont-ils toujours présents ? Absolument, il n'y a aucun doute là-dessus. Et Dieu merci, il semble que le Parlement de Stormont va être restauré. C'est ce dont nous avons besoin. Nous ne pouvons pas résoudre ces problèmes sans gouvernement. Il s'agit d'une catastrophe naturelle. Quel que soit le niveau du gouvernement auquel il faudra frapper à la porte, pour réexaminer la question, je me battrai pour cela ! »La pollution du lac n'est en effet pas nouvelle et n'a fait qu'empirer. Une conséquence du blocage du système politique local. Pendant deux ans, le Parti démocratique unioniste en Irlande du Nord a boycotté le Parlement : ils s'étaient retirés de Stormont pour s'opposer aux règles commerciales post-Brexit. Faute d'exécutif, c'est Londres qui avait alors géré les affaires courantes en Irlande du Nord. Mais mardi, les unionistes ont enfin accepté un accord.Un problème nord-irlandaisLa fin de cette paralysie politique donne aussi un peu d'espoir à Gerry Darby, qui n'est pourtant pas du genre à mâcher ses mots. Gerry est le directeur du Lough Neagh Partnership, une association caritative, qui tente de sauver le lac depuis des années. Mais d'après ce grand gaillard, le principal responsable de la pollution, ce serait d'abord l'accord du Vendredi saint. L'accord historique, signé en 1998, pour mettre fin à trente ans de conflits dans la région, entre autorités britanniques et paramilitaires pro-réunification avec la République d'Irlande.« Lough Neagh n'a jamais été inclus dans l'accord du Vendredi saint. C'est aussi simple que cela, explique Gerry Darby. Vous savez, il n'a pas la même législation que d'autres grands lacs et rivières ont dans tout le reste de l'Irlande. Il n'y a pas de législation sur la navigation sur Lough Neagh, qui faciliterait par exemple les investissements, de la même manière que cela se fait pour la rivière Bann, le Lough Erne ou les rivières du Sud. Le Lough Neagh a complètement été négligé… C'est un peu comme un bébé moche. » Pourtant, l'été dernier, ce « bébé moche » a tué des cygnes. Il a tué des chiens. Et près de la moitié de la population d'Irlande du Nord boit quotidiennement l'eau de ce lac.Le Lock Keeper's Cottage, un petit restaurant sur les rives du lac, On y retrouve Ciara Laverty, ranger du Lough Neagh, pour qui, la cause de la crise est assez évidente : c'est l'accumulation des nutriments. « Il faut regarder ça comme un problème nord-irlandais, pas simplement un problème du Lough Neagh, souligne-t-elle. Six rivières principales alimentent le Lough, et cela draine près de la moitié de l'eau de l'Irlande du Nord. En tant que grand pays agricole, une partie de cela provient du ruissellement des terres agricoles. Les autres causes de la pollution, c'est le traitement insuffisant de l'eau. Et il y a aussi une nouvelle espèce invasive dans le lac : les moules zébrées. Elles filtrent l'eau, mais en fait, ça laisse alors la lumière pénétrer en profondeur, ce qui stimule la croissance des cyanobactéries. En marchant le long du rivage, tout ce que vous pouvez voir, ce sont des coquilles de moules zébrées, c'est assez effrayant quand on voit leur nombre. » Una Johnston, 65 ans, a vécu toute sa vie près du lac. C'est elle qui gère aujourd'hui le Lock Keeper's Cottage. À cause des odeurs de gaz qui s'échappaient du lac, plus personne ne s'aventurait dans son café. Ils ont failli fermer. Mariée à un pêcheur du Lough Neagh, elle a également peur pour lui : « Les pêcheurs ne savent pas ce que cela va entraîner, ils ne savent pas s'ils auront une saison de pêche. Personne ne sait. » Car même si les poissons survivent aux algues, qui voudra consommer ce qui vient d'un endroit si pollué ?Un reportage à écouter dans on intégralité dans Accent d'Europe

Neil O'Shea, the long-standing ghillie on Lough Currane whose family have been guiding on the lake for nearly 150 years joins us on this week's Ireland on the Fly and what Neil doesn't know about Currane probably isn't worth knowing….. We speak to Neil about the opening few weeks on Currane, the good and the bad days for the lough, why you've a good chance of a springer in the coming months and how double figure sea trout can still be got – if you time it right…..Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.    Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly. New Ireland on the Fly Masterclass Webinar Series Advice on tactics and how to catch more fish are the most common requests we get from listeners to Ireland on the Fly and so, this year, we're delighted to bring you our new monthly Masterclass Live webinars. Some of the most experienced and respected fly anglers from around the country will pass on their in-depth knowledge and expertise in a live Zoom webinar where you will get to ask the questions and get the answers that you've always wanted to know. So, starting with our first Masterclass Live Webinar on Thursday, March 14th, international angler and Lough Corrib expert, Mike Keady, will be explaining early season buzzer tactics. What's the set up, what flies to use and how to maximise your catch rates?  All of that and more, Mike Keady will be explaining. Plus, he will then be answering your questions live during the webinar. And, if that's not enough, every attendee will get a copy of Mike's detailed notes and have exclusive access to the recording of the webinar afterwards. Tickets to the webinar for all of this are just €10.  But you must register and pay in advance to attend by going to:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2449749727158902364Stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best. So, don't forget the date and details – Thursday March 14th with Mike Keady on early season buzzer tactics.   Register and pay for your ticket at:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2449749727158902364and we can't wait to see you then…….

Our reporter Jennie O'Sullivan gets the the thoughts of those out strolling at Cork City's Lough

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Lough NeaghSeamus Heaney's poem, published in 1969, captures much of what makes Lough Neagh unique. It has long been a place of myth and fable, where the palace of the Tuatha Dé Danann is supposed to lie beneath its waves. It is said that Lough Neagh was created by the giant Finn McCool who legend claims scooped out a huge chunk of earth and threw it after the Scottish giant Benandonner. He missed and thus created the Isle of Man. Richard believes that the Lough was created 400 million years ago as a result of massive tectonic events.Tory backing for PinochetMany of my generation will remember the military coup in Chile in September 1973 that overthrew the socialist President of Chile Salvador Allende. The images of the bombing of the Presidential Palace, of an armed and courageous Allende defending the building and the quickly emerging reports of brutality by the Chilean military, horrified many around the world.Siúlóid An Taoisigh.This column had a great day out in Derry last Sunday at The Chieftain's Walk organised by The Martin McGuinness Peace Foundation and Martin's family led by his wife Bernie. There was a similar event in New York. Well done to all involved. It was good to meet many of Martin's old friends and to walk the ground he trod on many, many times. Despite the rain there was a great turn out. 

GUEST: John Lough - Associate fellow of the Russia & Eurasia Programme, Chatham House ---------- Calls to treat as legitimate the ‘security concerns' raised by Russia, and to account for these in a future settlement of the war in Ukraine, disregard the fact that Moscow's requirements are fundamentally incompatible with European security. Proponents of a settlement in the war on Ukraine often put forward the idea that Russian ‘security concerns' must be taken into account in any such settlement, but also in broader revisions to the European security system. These proposals echo the Russian information campaign over the past 30 years to persuade European publics that there can be ‘no security in Europe without Russia'. They provide false support to the argument that Western security policy after the collapse of the USSR unnecessarily encroached on core Russian interests by expanding NATO and forcing Moscow to militarize its foreign policy. In this telling, Russia was merely challenging what it viewed as an unjust European security order. ---------- SPEAKER: John Lough is an associate fellow of the Russia & Eurasia Programme at Chatham House. He began his career as an analyst at the Soviet Studies (later Conflict Studies) Research Centre focusing on Soviet / Russian security policy. He spent six years with NATO and was the first Alliance representative to be based in Moscow (1995–98). He gained direct experience of the Russian oil and gas industry at international affairs TNK-BP as a manager in the company's international affairs team (2003–08). From 2008 to 2016, he ran the Russia & CIS practice at BGR Gabara, a public affairs and strategy consulting company. Alongside his work with Chatham House, John is a consultant with Highgate, a strategic advisory firm. ---------- LINKS: https://www.chathamhouse.org/2023/06/how-end-russias-war-ukraine