Podcasts about Tralee

Catherine from Tralee organised a protest outside Tralee Courthouse this morning.

Brian Wilson, whose death at the age of 82 was announced last evening, was one of the most remarkable songwriters of the 20th century. The genius behind the Beach Boys was behind revolutionary, groundbreaking pop music including the album, Pet Sounds, regarded as one of the greatest LPs of all time. In the early 1960s, Connie Turner from Tralee was in LA, enjoying life in Santa Monica and Malibu. And what was Connie listening to? Of course, the Beach Boys! He shares his memories with Jerry.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 11ú lá de mí an Mheithimh, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1976 tháinig an nuacht amach go mbeadh an cáiníocóir chun cabhrú leis an tionscal Éireannach ionas go mbeidís ábalta mair. I 2004 tháinig The Way ar ais an oíche roimhe I gcóir an teacht ar ais de na Colombia Three chuig Éirinn. I 2001 bhí plean ag comhairle contae Tuaisceart Tiobraid Árann chun 86 tí nua a thógáil I Ros Cré. Bhí na tí chun a bheith I Glentara sa bhaile. I 2004 don chéad uair riamh bhí an seans ag cailíní ón chontae chun a bheith mar ionadaí don chontae sa Rose Of Tralee. Dá mbeidís chun a bheith mar Rose – líon siad amach foirm. Sin UB 40 le I Can't Help Falling In Love With You – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1993 Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1988 bhí cheolchoirm do bhreithlá Nelson Mandela ar siúil I Wembley dá breithlá seachtódú. Bhí Whitney Houston, Phil Collins, Dire Straits, Stevie Wonder, Tracy Chapman, George Michael, Eric Clapton, UB-40, Eurythmics agus Simple Minds ag canadh ann. Bhí sé ar siúil ar BBC2 I 40 tír agus bhí níos mó ná 1 billiúin ag féachaint air. I 2000 chuaigh Aaliyah chuig uimhir a haon I Meiriceá lena amhrán Try Again. Bhí sé ag chéad amhrán a bhí ar an raidió a chuaigh chuigh uimhir a haon gan aon tráchtála ón eisigh. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Shia LaBeouf I Meiriceá I 1986 agus rugadh aisteoir Hugh Laurie sa Bhreatain ar an lá seo I 1959 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 11th of June, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1976: the taxpayer was to prop up irish industry if it was to survive. 2004: the way appeared last night for the return of the colombia three to ireland. 2001 - NORTH Tipperary County Council drafted a draft plan for constructing eighty-six new houses in Roscrea. It is intended that the houses are to be constructed n the Glentara area of the town.  2004 - It's one of the major social highlights of the year, and for the first 'time, Tipperary has , an opportunity to have its very own representative in the Rose of Tralee contest. Application forms could be filled out if you wanted to be a rose.  That was UB-40 with I Can't Help Falling In Love With You – the biggest song on this day in 1993 Onto music news on this day In 1988 Nelson Mandellas 70th birthday tribute took place at Wembley Stadium, London, featuring Whitney Houston, Phil Collins, Dire Straits, Stevie Wonder, Tracy Chapman, George Michael, Eric Clapton, UB40, Eurythmics and Simple Minds. The event was broadcast live on BBC 2 to 40 different countries with an estimated audience of 1 billion. 2000 Aaliyah went to No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Try Again'. It became the first "airplay-only" song to reach No.1 on the US singles chart (no points from a commercial single release). And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actor Shia LaBeouf was born in America in 1986 and actor Hugh Laurie was born in the UK on this day in 1959 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

The Michael Gaine Murder case continues to baffle and horrify, and now we have the latest news development: a new interview with Michael Kelley, a key person who adamantly denies any involvement. We're diving deep into the Michael Gaine Murder investigation in Kerry, Ireland.In this episode, we meticulously scrutinize Michael Kelley's new interview. Originally from Maine and living in Tralee since the murder, he shares his theories on how the murder of the Kenmare farmer could have happened, and crucially, gives his account of when he last saw Michael Gaine. With lots of rumors swirling around this perplexing case and constant debate on Reddit, we'll dissect his linguistic patterns, looking for subtle cues that might shed light on the truth behind his denials.We'll also reflect on what Michael Kelley said about Michael Gaine's funeral. Join us as we break down the latest in this compelling news story and dissect the suspect's words.Get the breakdown of the first interview here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/43RoTIFJmdRd4IV9mXYEbB?si=3d39affb1c914c40Want more from Never A Truer Word? Become a member on YouTube or Spotify and get early access, exclusive episodes and moreYouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBFGUA67ZunxIbe51LnqGg/joinSpotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/neveratruerword/subscribeArtwork by StefWithAnFResearch and additional analysis by Lina

Paul Byrne speaks to Shauna, 2024's Cork Rose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minister of State at the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Charlie McConalogue is in the county today. His itinerary includes a visit to Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre which was badly damaged when a roof partially collapsed in January as a result of weather conditions. Some of the complex reopened at the end of March.

Uns hat es wieder nach Irland verschlagen. Diandra hat sich mit der Geschichte des Ballyseede Castle in Co. Kerry beschäftigt und Katharina nimmt uns mit zum Ballygally Castle in Co. Antrim.

We take to the road for this week's Young Stock Podcast as Sarah McIntosh attends the Teagasc/FBD student of the year award ceremony. The awards, sponsored by FBD, were presented to the top graduates of Teagasc Level 6 agriculture, horticulture, equine and forestry training programmes in 2024. With 4,000 students across the Teagasc college campuses, it was a great opportunity to meet the top of the crop students, who took home prizes on the day. Each finalist was nominated by their teacher and Teagasc college faculty and selected from a judging panel. On the day Kate Curran, who is no stranger to the Young Stock Podcast, was awarded the overall title of Teagasc/FBD student of the year for 2024. We get the first interview with Kate as the shock of winning the award sets in and she outlines what it means to her. We also hear from Danny Doyle, who took home the title last year as he fills us in on what he has been up to over the last year while giving advice to this year's winner. Thomas O'Connor from Tralee, Co Kerry, who took home the winning title for the full-time agriculture category speaks to us about his educational pathway and why he decided to attend a Teagasc course. Tipperary native Niamh Duggan, Carrick-on-Suir, took home the award for the full-time other land-based enterprises category. She speaks about progressing onto the Level 8 degree in South East Technological University and what her plans are for the summer months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork are through to their first Munster final since 2018 after bouncing back from the Limerick hammering by beating Waterford on Sunday.It was a patchy performance overall where they impressed more in the first half against the wind than they did with the gale to their backs. Pat Ryan's side won by six points but had 10 more wides than the Déise, so there can no debate about the result, but it certainly wasn't a vintage display.In the great scheme of things, it won't really matter, especially with Limerick coming down the tracks again. What can we take from the performance at a packed Páirc?Ger Millerick's finger injury is a concern as he had superbly slotted in for Niall O'Leary. Diarmuid Healy showed well off the bench though, with Darragh Fitzgibbon and Shane Barrett more impressive when restored to their 2024 positions.Cork will need everyone firing for the Treaty but had the luxury of changing half their line-up for the dead rubber group game with Clare.On the football front, Cork were beaten in a vital All-Ireland group game in Navan. Meath were the better team throughout and only their poor finishing kept John Cleary's side in contention.Do the Rebels now have any chance when they host Kerry on Saturday?They might have left the win behind them in the Munster semi-final but that only means Jack O'Connor will have his side fully focused.Brian Hurley missed the Meath loss through injury but clearly there are deeper issues. With three teams making it out of the round-robin phase, Cork are still in the mix but the omens aren't positive right now.Plus there's a look at the minor footballers' loss in the provincial final in Tralee. Keith Ricken's young guns still have an All-Ireland quarter-final on the horizon but will be underdogs.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Barry is joined by trainer Jack Kennelly & Willie Rigney of Time Greyhound Nutrition. Jack talks about his success in The Islandbridge Open Sprint Final in Shelbourne Park last weekend and looks forward to Friday's Lee Strang Final in Tralee. Willie Rigney chats about the upcoming Time Club A4 Derby & Time's newest product Greyhound 18. Have a listen to their chat now!

Joe is joined by frequent guest on the show, Leah McMahon, who was recently chosen as the Limerick representative for this year's Rose of Tralee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Silles is a sixth year student at CBS The Green, Tralee. Last Saturday, Luke got into difficulties in the water in Fenit and remains in hospital. Cllr Fionnán Fitzgerald is Luke’s Irish teacher.

Fianna Fáil Councillor, Mayor of Tralee and a member of the HSE Health Forum South, Mikey Sheehy is calling on the Minister for Health to introduce legislation regulating the use of vapes in workplaces and indoor public spaces.Mike explained why to Newstalk Breakfast.

Fianna Fáil Councillor, Mayor of Tralee and a member of the HSE Health Forum South, Mikey Sheehy is calling on the Minister for Health to introduce legislation regulating the use of vapes in workplaces and indoor public spaces.Mike explained why to Newstalk Breakfast.

The Humanity Ball, a prestigious black-tie New Year’s Eve charity gala ball will take place in Tralee’s Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa on New Year’s Eve. The Kerry Hospice Foundation will be the main beneficiary of the event along with Tír na nÓg Children’s Foundation and One for Humanity. The Humanity Ball is spearheaded by chairperson Stephen Stack and a committee comprising people from the world of business in Kerry including Sean Ryan, Maeve Townsend, Ogie Moran, Dick Spring, Keelin Kissane, Alex O’Donnell and Killian Burns. Jerry spoke to Tralee Chamber Alliance President, Stephen Stack. https://humanityball.ie/

We talk to Michael Blessing Kamwana , founder of the Wealth Transfer Token (WTT) project, about his plans. See more about it here. Business Showcase : Wealth Transfer Token (WTT) What is your Elevator Pitch? "Turning Speculation into Empowerment" Introduction: A Movement Disguised as a Token In a world where meme coins dominate headlines and speculation fuels market frenzies, Wealth Transfer Token (WTT) stands out by doing something rare: making crypto meaningful. WTT is a blockchain-powered initiative with a bold mission - to bridge the global digital divide by delivering affordable internet access, financial education, and digital learning tools to underserved children around the world. While many tokens promise moonshots, WTT promises measurable change. Here, investors don't just chase gains - they change lives. The Vision We believe in a world where your ZIP code doesn't determine your future. Right now, millions of children with raw potential live disconnected from opportunity. They lack access to the internet, basic digital skills, and the kind of mentorship that transforms lives. Yet the tools to bridge that gap already exist. How are you different? WTT is the access. We're creating a token economy where the act of buying, staking, or holding a digital asset fuels: Internet infrastructure projects Financial literacy for kids Gamified learning platforms Mentorship networks Scholarships funded by token rewards The Problem: The Global Digital Divide * Over 2.7 billion people still lack internet access. * In Sub-Saharan Africa, only 1 in 5 children has access to a connected device. * Most underfunded schools don't have Wi-Fi, let alone modern edtech. * The result? Lost potential, broken dreams, and perpetuated poverty. Why will you do well? 1. Social Impact Investing Is Exploding Impact-focused investments hit $1.2 trillion in 2023. Investors are hungry for purpose. WTT gives them an on-chain way to see their money create measurable, lasting change. 2. Meme Coin Culture Meets Meaning Retail investors have shown they'll rally around hype - imagine when that hype is backed by humanity. WTT offers all the memetic energy of SHIB or PEPE, but with a mission that builds schools instead of just buzz. 3. Decentralization for Social Good WTT introduces *"DeSocFi"* - decentralized social finance. We connect blockchain tools with grassroots change. This isn't charity - it's community-powered economic transformation. And also, # 1. Blockchain for Education We leverage blockchain to create transparent, decentralized funding models that route resources directly to communities and schools in need. # 2. Crypto with a Conscience WTT behaves like a meme coin in terms of market appeal - but its utility is deeply humanitarian. As the token grows in value, its social footprint grows with it. # 3. Real-World Deliverables * Wi-Fi-enabled learning hubs in rural schools * Child-friendly digital wallets for savings and rewards * Interactive dApps with offline functionality * On-chain governance so token holders help decide project focus areas Where are you based? The CEO and Founder is based in Tralee, County Kerry in the Republic of Ireland where he's been living for the past 11 years. The other two team members originally from Zimbabwe are based in Johannesburg, South Africa . When was the Company Launched? The Token is yet to be launched, we are still in the presale phase so that we can be able to raise funds for marketing and liquidity for the token. What are your biggest wins to date? * Token development completed and audited * Strategic partnerships forming with African ISPs, NGOs, and edtech firms * Educational dApp prototype in development * Built core team across Ireland, South Africa. * Secured advisory input from blockchain, nonprofit, and finance experts. Who Are You Trying to Attract? *Crypto Speculators* - seeking a token that might moon, but won't disappear the next day *Impact Investors* - seeking ESG exposure with on-chain trans...

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I have a conversation with Danny O'Sullivan from Tralee, County Kerry. Danny shares the profoundly emotional experience of losing his wife, Alison, at just 37 years of age to a sudden and aggressive form of cancer just 10 weeks after diagnosis. Despite the heartbreak, Danny has channeled his energy into organising a significant charity cycle from Malin to Mizen Head, aiming to raise funds for the palliative care unit at University Hospital Kerry. This facility provided indispensable care to Alison and continues to support families during their most challenging times. Join me to hear about Danny's journey from his Gaelic football roots to embracing a triathlon lifestyle spurred by the COVID pandemic, and now using his passion for cycling to make a difference. Discover how a community's generosity and a family's resilience can help build a brighter future for those facing similar battles. For those wishing to donate to the fundraiser, you can find out more info here; https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/DannyOsullivan1212

Theresa Elumelu has lived in Kerry for 22 years. She went to Rome for her birthday and saw Pope Francis just before he died. She and her daughter shared their experience and photographs on social media. They were also interviewed by The Kerryman. Unfortunately, the family was subjected to online racist abuse.

Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe is among the 133 in conclave who will select the next pope. He has connections to Tralee, where he visited the Holy Cross Dominican Friary at Prince’s Street during his time as Master of the Order of Preachers between 1992 and 2001. Jerry spoke to Dominican priest Fr Michael Commane who knows Cardinal Radcliffe and greatly admires.

Following two intense days of competition in the CanSat Ireland National Finals, a team of students from Confey Community College, Kildare, has today clinched the coveted national title. The CanSat Ireland competition is an ESERO Ireland collaboration, co-funded by the European Space Agency and Research Ireland and coordinated by MTU Blackrock Castle Observatory. The victory marks the end of a campaign that began in September 2024. All participants in this year's competition have displayed incredible technological prowess, with judges lauding the expansive expertise on display from the teams of young scientists. A CanSat is a simulation of a real satellite developed in the size and shape of a soda can. A European Space Agency initiative, the competition fosters an interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths) careers by offering students a hands-on experience of a space-themed project. The multidisciplinary nature of the project ensures students are exposed to industry standards in a broad array of potential career paths. In recent months, regional competitions have taken place across Ireland, in partnership with the Technological Universities in Dublin, Athlone, Limerick, Tralee, and Cork. Regional winners gathered in Emo Court, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, on Thursday 1st May, and launched their mini-satellites in rockets to a height of over 350 metres. On Friday 2nd May, these national finalists presented their analysis, recordings and flight patterns to the judging panel consisting of experts from a range of STEM fields. Congratulating Confey Community College, Alan Giltinan, project coordinator for CanSat Ireland said: "Confey College can't be praised enough for this achievement. Winning the National Final of the CanSat competition is no small feat. Year on year, the STEM literacy of the participating students seems to increase as rapidly as the technology they're working with. The technical competency displayed by teams all over the country continues to surpass the expectations of the judges. These students represent Ireland's STEM future, and I think it's safe to say we're in very good hands! ." The students from Confey have been invited to attend the celebratory event, 'Space Engineer for a Day', at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in The Netherlands. The students will have the opportunity to explore ESTEC facilities and laboratories, network with space experts, and present their work to a panel of experts. The CanSat competition will re-open in September 2025. Students or teachers interested in competing in the next iteration of the project are encouraged to visit the CanSat project page at esero.ie. 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.

People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy is calling for zones where SUVs are banned following the publication of research which indicates that people are more likely to die if they are hit by an SUV when compared to a standard car. The analysis was carried out by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and Imperial College London. The study found that children are 82 per cent more likely to die if they are struck by an SUV. Pedestrians and cyclists are 44 per cent more likely to die if hit by an SUV than if they were stuck by a traditional car. Anluan Dunne from Tralee is a cyclist and environmentalist.

Season 2 - Episode 4Mark's guest on SCARY EIRE this episode is Bertie Brosnan an Irish screenwriter, film producer, actor and screen director. He was born in Tralee, County Kerry in Ireland.His fascination for all things Irish folklore ,mythology and a deep love for Ireland and its history has seen his social media popularity skyrocket! His hero is former High King of Ireland Brian Boru the man who vanquished the Vikings at the Battle of Clontarf .Bertie shares his expertise around this bloody event as well as paranormal incidents in his home county of Kerry aka the The Kingdom County. You can view Bertie's YouTube Channel here:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dA8xr86J-qU  Contact SCARY EIRE podcast email: paranormalireland@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

Radio Kerry Journalist Breda Forrest went to St John’s Church in Tralee where Mass was celebrated for the life of Pope Francis. She spoke to those attending:

Treasa spoke to Tralee-based auctioneer Ger Carmody about the Government missing their own targets on the delivery of social housing and about the housing market here in Kerry:

French-American musician and composer Zoé Basha released her debut album Gamble on April 17. Blending storytelling traditions, Appalachian mountain songs, Irish traditional music, and American blues and ragtime, the album is a woozy melange. We talk about her life journey, travelling around the US, joining the Occupy San Francisco protests, moving to Dingle, Dublin, France to learn traditional French timber framing, and back to Ireland. Throughout it all, there's music, though she did fall out of love with it for a while before Rufous Nightjar started up with Anna Mieke and Branwen Kavanagh. And now comes her debut solo album Gamble. From the press release: Zoé's debut is an intimate exploration of identity, grief, the deconstructing of societal norms, and the complexities of human connection, all delivered with a mesmerising voice that echoes the vulnerability and depth of her diverse influences. Inspired by the greats of times passed such as Billie Holiday, The Mills Brothers, Jimmie Rodgers, Joni Mitchell, Texas Gladden, Edith Piaf and The Steve Miller Band– as well as her peers in the Irish folk music scene, Zoé Basha savours the sounds of golden eras with contemporary nuance and shameless honesty. Zoé Basha tour dates: April 24: De Burgos Club, Galway April 25: The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton, Leitrim April 26: The Duncairn, Belfast April 27: The Record Room, Limerick May 1: Fennelly's of Callan, Kilkenny May 2: Bray Jazz Fest, Wicklow May 3: The Crane Lane Theatre, Cork May 4: Blennerville, Tralee, Co. Kerry (co-headling with Rachel Sermanni) Buy Gamble: https://zoebasha.net/album/3407338/gamble

The students of Kerry College’s course in Digital Journalism, Podcasting and Radio asked people out in Tralee for their memories of their first family car. Jerry spoke to Paul Langston of Divanes Volkswagen, Castleisland and Noel O’Connor of Adams Tralee, Hyundai and Fiat Professional.

BASKETBALL: Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill previews Titans vs Tralee Warriors in the under-20 Men's National League Final

BASKETBALL: Titans under-20 head coach Jack Considine with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of their National League Final against Tralee Warriors

Confidence has been expressed that a popular bus service serving Clare's county town has "turned a corner" following a problematic period. The operator of the service known as the 'green bus' has pledged to win back the respect and trust of Ennis passengers at a meeting with Ennis's elected representatives. Due to a sharp rise in buses turning up late, at capacity or not arriving at all in recent years, it's been a widely-held belief that the green bus has gone downhill. Dublin Coach's M7 Express Service operates daily and begins at Tralee, serving Ennis and Bunratty as well as locations such as Killarney, Limerick City and Kildare Village, before terminating in Dublin City Centre. To get to the bottom of the aforementioned issues as well as complaints relating to staff behaviour and inadequate bus maintenance, a February meeting of Ennis Municipal District heard Fine Gael Councillor Mary Howard call for a briefing to be set up with Dublin Coach Representatives. At the briefing held this week with the Dublin Coach Regional General Manager, who joined the company last October, councillors heard that the service has "turned a corner" since January by expanding its fleet and hiring additional drivers. Frances Cahill says due to the recently-implemented changes, the green bus now has a "bright future". The company claims passenger numbers in Ennis have risen by 100% since the beginning of the year, while service delivery has increased by 96%. At the briefing, Frances Cahill apologised to the people of Ennis on behalf of the provider for issues she said were "unacceptable", and promised not to let passengers down going forward. Councillor Mary Howard is confident the green bus is on its way to returning to being the "great service" it once was.

14 year old Daniel Collins from Tralee was diagnosed with scoliosis in 2023. Since then his spine has gone from 22 to 95 degrees curvature. Oliver spoke to his mother Louise and sister Allanna who are fighting to get crucial surgery for Daniel.

The company behind the Rose of Tralee festival has repaid a loan of close to €100,000 it owed to a US investor, Richard Henggeler, the High Court has heard. Shane Phelan, legal affairs editor with Mediahuis Ireland, was in court for the hearing.

The pool, astro turf skate park at the Tralee Sports Complex re-opened yesterday after being closed for nearly three months. The centre was forced to close on January 6th after a section of the roof collapsed as a result of heavy snowfall. David Nelligan spoke to Finbarr Griffin, manager of Tralee Sports Complex.

Louise Collins from Tralee, spoke to Treasa about her 14-year-old son, Daniel, who was diagnosed with scoliosis almost two years ago. The family has started a petition urging the Government to ensure that Daniel receives surgery immediately. https://www.change.org/p/petition-to-secure-urgent-spinal-surgery-for-daniel-collins

Paschal Sheehy, Southern Editor, reports that a 19-year-old man has been sentenced to 11 years in jail with the final three years suspended for the murder of 42-year-old father-of-seven Thomas Dooley as he attended a funeral in Tralee, Co Kerry, in October 2022.

Shauna O'Sullivan the current Cork Rose talks to PJ as her year comes to an end and encourages others to enter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Higgins’ second term ends in November. Discussion has already started as to who might run for the Presidency and who might be interested in the role. Names mentioned include MEP Sean Kelly, Senators Michael McDowell and Frances Black, and Eurovision winner Linda Martin. Students at Kerry College’s journalism, podcasting and radio course got the views of people in Tralee. Comment line caller Bríd Mhic Gearailt believes it’s vital that the next President is a fluent Irish speaker, like Michael D Higgins.

Jerry spoke to auctioneer Ger Carmody about the Belmont View development in Ballyard.

Host Mary Swander interviews local historian Roger Duffey about the early settlement of Buggy Land, the Irish becoming neighbors and inter-marrying with the Amish. Swander recites her poem "Quay," and her monologue "Craic and a Jug of Poitin." Sean Fitzgerald lilts, plays Irish pipes, and tin whistle. John Corless sings "The Rose of Tralee" and "Down by the Salley Gardens" by William Butler Yeats.Connect with us on our new Substack pages where you will see videos, photos and extras from the podcast:Mary Swander's Buggy LandAnd Mary Swander's Emerging Voices, showcasing young, diverse writers on current topics:maryswander.substack.comswander.substack.comBecome a Substack paid subscriber, comment and engage with the episode, joining in the Buggy Land community.Become a premium member of our podcast Mary Swander's Buggy Land and gain access to bonus interviews, books, postcards, and poetry critiques. Have Mary join you and a small group for a reading. Visit: https://agarts.supercast.com/Your donation to Buggy Land helps make this podcast a sustainable business and allows us to do this work. We could not do it without you. Thank you for your support. Make your donation: https://www.agarts.org/donate/AgArts is a non-profit organization based in Kalona, Iowa, whose mission is to imagine and promote healthy food systems through the arts. The Executive Director and host of Buggy Land is award-winning author Mary Swander. https://maryswander.com/. Learn more about AgArts: https://www.agarts.org/Say hello on Facebook and Instagram

Jim Finucane, chairperson of the board of Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre, gave an update to Jerry.

High profile Kerry businessman Nathan McDonnell was “committed to and invested in” a €32 million crystal meth operation by an organised crime group with links to the notorious Mexican Sinaloa Cartel.For his role in the scheme he has been jailed for 12 years.McDonnell, who had encountered “fierce financial difficulties” and racked up debts of €4 million, was to be paid €150,000 to store a machine containing the drugs on his premises and arrange for its export to Australia.He was known locally for his flash lifestyle and his prominent business. But what do people in Tralee think now?Barry Roche, Irish Times Southern Correspondent reports. Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Aideen Finnegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor of Tralee and Fianna Fáil councillor Mikey Sheehy and Leitrim County Councillor Eddie Mitchell of Love Leitrim group, part of Stop Shannon LNG Coalition, debate whether there should be a liquefied natural gas facility.

On Friday, former Tralee businessman, 44-year-old Nathan McDonnell was sentenced to 12 years in prison for drug and organised crime offences. Radio Kerry’s Mark Lynch was at the Special Criminal Court in Dublin for the sentencing.

Speaking on Kerry Today on Friday, Independent deputy for Kerry, Danny Healy-Rae said he will not be silenced by the opposition and has accused them of going too far in the row over Dáil speaking time. He also said he believes opposition TDs are treating Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy unfairly. Sinn Féin TD for Kerry, Pa Daly, gave his reaction. Deputy Daly also spoke about the tragic death of Anila Mucaj, who passed away yesterday after she and two other pedestrians were hit by a jeep in Tralee.

It took Seán's guest a long time to figure out why she was struggling with pain. Eventually, she discovered that she had entered menopause early, at the age of just 34…Now, she wants to share her journey. Joining the show to discuss is Tralee hair salon owner, Emma Quirke…

The International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity is coming to Tralee from June 16th-20th this year. The symposium is dedicated to creating opportunities that build new capacity among adapted physical activity and new APA professionals covering the full disability spectrum. Jerry spoke to Catherine Carty, UNESCO Chair Manager at MTU

The lads discuss washing lobbies, conga lines and the qualification process for the Rose of Tralee.

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