Podcasts about West Cork

In this week's episode, Detlef takes us deep into the mythological and emotional landscape behind The Nile's Bittersweet Song — WAW's recent Number One on The Cork Playlist.What begins with a single removed image in the video edit grows into a full exploration of creativity, fatalism, and the elemental spirit of Hapi, the ancient Nile god.Together with AI Co-Host Sophia, Detlef navigates the tension between myth and memory, grief and rhythm, and the fine art of letting a story reveal its true form.Through Kamau, the fictional boy standing at the river that took his brother, the episode weaves subtle socio-cultural currents into a timeless narrative.The episode ends with gratitude, a behind-the-scenes invitation into Detlef's process, and a brand-new track by Los Inorgánicos.A reflective, intimate journey between art, myth, and the river that never speaks — but always moves.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBand"The Niles Bittersweet Song" WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" runs along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Concern over dangerous speed limits in parts of West Cork, Cork Hard of Hearing Week, the Irish Road Haulage Association on rising costs, the DIY course instilling confidence in women to get the job done and Mark Malone shares his thoughts on Predator: Badlands and Frankenstein Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Photographer Norman McCluskey shares with PJ his pure joy and planning behind "Headlands: Images of West Cork," his stunning collection that seeks out the authenticity and emotion of the Irish coastline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After saying farewell to Vladi Nowakowski in last week's episode, Detlef Schlich stays in the 1980s — walking again through the creative streets of Cologne-Nippes, where art, chaos, and hope lived side by side.He recalls the Schuhfabrik on Merheimerstraße 202, once an industrial space turned into studios and lofts by an architects' consortium including Wolfgang Felder, where a whole artistic microcosm emerged around the Fabrik-Café.It was there, amid the smell of coffee, sawdust, and rain, that Detlef performed his song “Wir stehen im Regen” for the first time — a song born from loss, solitude, and the rhythm of survival.Later produced by Dieter Kirchenbauer, the song became part of his journey from broken beginnings to creative rebirth.This episode is a portrait of Nippes as more than a place — a rehearsal for everything that came after.“Everyone in Nippes lived inside a rehearsal — we just didn't know what for.”Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBand"The Niles Bittersweet Song" WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" runs along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Sidewalk, daipers, candy are all being used by kids as they watch more YouTube, will it lead to a change in the way we speak PJ Coogan asks Conor Murphy, an English teacher in West Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we are joined by Ballinascarthy camogie players Clara Crowley and Siofra Patwell after the club won their second county title-in-a-row.After winning the Premier Junior Camogie Championship title in 2024, they followed it up with an Intermediate Camogie Championship victory in 2025 after beating Sliabh Rua in the final.Bal will play second tier county camogie (premier intermediate) in 2026 joining fellow West Cork clubs Newcestown, Enniskeane and Clonakilty.Crowley and Patwell were also part of the Carbery camogie team that competed in the senior championship this year, emphasising their quality along with the rest of their teammates.Also on the show, we look back at an action-packed weekend as Ilen Rovers drew their Intermediate A Football Championship final against Ballinora, meaning a replay will be required.Bandon hurlers are made to wait for their county final to take place once again after Aghabullogue won their football final against Uibh Laoire.There were also county championship wins for Kilmacabea, Ibane Gaels and Glengarriff.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clara Mulligan tells PJ how she and her hubby came to set up Homebot Ireland which makes robot vacuum cleaners that talk to you in an Irish accent! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Kickboxer Tony Stevenson who helps build Confidence and Control in West Cork's kids Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this very special episode, Detlef Schlich pays tribute to his long-time friend and fellow musician Vladimir “Vladi” Nowakowski, whose calm groove and deep warmth shaped countless lives and songs.From wild Nippes renovation days and legendary house parties, to unforgettable moments on stage at the Luxor with Zikato and the trembling energy of Paradisox Peacepack, Detlef revisits the laughter, the chaos, and the quiet strength that made Vladi unforgettable.Contributions from Marion and Phil Wolff, and Dirk Schlömer paint a portrait of a friend, colleague, and bass player whose sound continues to resonate — raw, honest, and full of heart.We listen to "You´ve got it". A song performed live in Berlin in 1987 by Phil & the Love with Vladi on Bass and backing vocals. The episode concludes with an unreleased Zikato track, “Hold High”, featuring Vladi on bass — a gift from Dirk to Arteetude and the WAW family.“Maybe he was right all along — we are still living inside a rehearsal.”Farewell to VladiA journey through laughter, chaos, and sound.From Cologne's Nippes to the Irish coast —This episode is a heartfelt goodbye to my dear friend Vladi, whose bass still hums quietly between the lines.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBand"The Niles Bittersweet Song" WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

ON THIS week's podcast, we look ahead to Ilen Rovers' county Intermediate A Football Championship final against Ballinora this Sunday (1.30pm).Flor O'Driscoll's side go into this decider unbeaten in the championship and will hope that form can take them to glory.Ilen have beaten Boherbue, St Vincent's, Mitchelstown and Adrigole en route to the decider but are coming up against a Ballinora side who took out Gabriel Rangers and Kilmurry in the knockout stage.The West Cork club have had a great season and will want to finish on a high.Elsewhere, Carbery champions Kilmacabea and Ballinascarthy get their county campaigns underway this weekend.The U21 sides of Ibane Gaels and St Colum's are in knockout action too in a busy period for sport, despite the winter nights coming.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WELCOME to our Halloween Spesh with OUR GORGE HUNS AT REDHANDED!  If you haven't heard the stunners Hannah and Suruthi from Redhanded before - go check them out. They explore murders, crime and general WTFs. Their latest series Flesh and Code is incredible too, about people and their sexy AI companions... it's seriously weird and an absolute must-listen. We've got a ludicrious amount of SCARY TALES for you all - before the four of us set off on a Ghost Hunt to Clophill (wanna see it? link below!)  Hannah tells us about her reluctance to pull a tarot, and we learn about returning to Suruthi's ghostly roots in Bedfordshire... Shout out to Simon at Paranormal Bedford, too!!! (teeeehee)  We also discuss cursed jars, West Cork (obviously) and the strange 3 Castle Head legend and how do we intend to die (murder? karate chop?).  But now, get cosy, clutch your Pumpkin Spiced basic bitch latte and let's settle in to the scary stories... Story 1  Suruthi tells us a spooky tale about a Care Home. This concerns a questionable lady with a yappy dog...  Story 2 Hannah has a story called "Four Girls in the Bed" from Lauren... Concerning a quaint cottage in Kenmare.  Story 3 Hannah B has a story about Tanya and her twin, this is SALACIOUS.  Story 4  Big S reads us a tale about a spooky Air Tag... "my ex is stalking me but he's been dead for six years..." CREEP OF THE WEEK this week is from Ondra - in Ireland! This is called "You Shouldn't Have Seen That"... seriously unsettling.  THANKS FOR JOINING US FOR HALLOWEEN, HAVE THE BEST SPOOKY WEEK we love you huns! xxx JOIN OUR PATREON! EXTRA bonus episodes AND a monthly ghost hunt for just £4.50!  Or £6 for AD-FREE EPS and weekly AGONY HUNS! We'll solve your problems huns!  Sign up here: www.patreon.com/GhostHuns Links: Redhanded: https://open.spotify.com/show/0emVYc04B4y5UzBIvA0axo?si=VJaowT1UQOWwWQAcoSUFNg Flesh and Code: https://open.spotify.com/show/13aJUMZS1ow3ZOoJ9IC91t?si=R2lBJWGqSDm8LjA1HIjlDQ Our Ghost Hunt to Clophill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJhcUcFOCLM)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Arteetude Episode 305 – WAW Zoom Talk Part 2: Perfection, Promotion & the Power of Collaboration, host Detlef Schlich reconnects with Berlin-based musician and producer Dirk Schlömer, his creative partner in WAW – Wild Atlantic Way.Together, they continue their deep dive into The Nile's Bittersweet Song, reflecting on audience reactions, the challenges of modern promotion, and the delicate art of knowing when a piece of music is “finished.” Their discussion expands into the ethics of AI-generated music, creative authenticity, and how musicians from the '70s and '80s are navigating a digital music landscape where algorithms often replace intuition.Between stories of Peter Gabriel's perfectionism, studio anecdotes from the 1990s, and the realities of playlist submissions in 2025, Detlef and Dirk explore what it means to stay true to one's artistic voice in an AI-driven age.The episode concludes with a live version of The Nile's Bittersweet Song recorded in Ballydehob — a raw, heartfelt performance capturing the living pulse of their collaboration.Listen now on Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube. Support WAW by streaming The Nile's Bittersweet Song and following Arteetude for weekly reflections on art, music, and technology.The Nile flows on—and so does WAW.

ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Kilbrittain captain Philip Wall as the club sealed a memorable county Premier Junior Hurling Championship win.The Black and Amber beat Glen Rovers 0-22 to 2-15 in what was a great performance from the West Cork club.The club won their first county hurling title in 15 years after a brilliant second-half display in particular.What's more, they have a Munster JHC campaign to look forward to as they face either Kenmare Shamrocks of Kerry or Knockaderry from Limerick in November.For now though, they will rightfully bask in the glory after a superb victory.Also on the show, we talk about Ballinascarthy winning, not just one title but two on Sunday.Their hurlers won the Carbery JAHC after a 0-22 to 1-16 win over Kilbree while their camogie team completed back-to-back county titles with a 3-7 to 1-9 victory over Sliabh Rua.The camogie team will be in the second tier of county camogie in 2026 while the hurlers have a county championship to look forward to.We discuss Munster's 31-14 win over Leinster in the United Rugby Championship too as Innishannon man Jack Crowley put in a starring display.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Collins TD slams Bus Éireann as Kilcoe students are left without transport despite empty buses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here we go again - lower harbour residents gear up for another fight against an incinerator in Ringaskiddy….School buses in West Cork - you solve one problem says a local TD , and another appears...There's a serial killing swan on the Lough & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Arteetude, Detlef sits down with his WAW partner Dirk Schlömer for a raw and inspiring Zoom talk. Together, they open the curtain on The Niles Bittersweet Song: from its lyrical dream origins to the production layers shaped in Berlin and West Cork.This isn't just about music—it's about friendship, process, and the long road of trial and error that led to their very first official single. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, reflections on their Pass the Hat Tour in Ireland, and candid thoughts on what it means to create authentic music in an age of instant streaming.The Nile flows on—and so does WAW.

Concern about the stability of the children in care system, a free event in West Cork for home owners, and those hoping to buy or sell, fears expressed over the scrutiny of legislation that will outlaw sex for rent, Rebel Education! Principal Burke is in studio to chat about the Virgin Media series filmed at Carrigaline Community School and our show counsellor Joe Heffernan focuses on panic attacks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arteetude 303 – Q&A SpecialAfter the release of our first WAW single, “The Niles Bittersweet Song,” questions came flooding in from all over the world. In this episode, Sophia curates and presents 22 listener questions from Canada to Cairo, Buenos Aires to Berlin — covering our songwriting process, the emotional core of the track, the story behind “Nil Young,” our summer tour, and our hopes for what's next.Dirk Schlömer's role in Berlin, the emotional exchanges behind the mix, and our collaborative rhythm are all revealed. A true behind-the-scenes journey.The episode ends — of course — with the full track.Listen now. Share it if it moves you.Listen to the Song via Spotify Link "The Niles Bittersweet Song" Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBand"The Niles Bittersweet Song" WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

PJ talks to Elanor Fitzgerald about the Mealagh Valley Heritage Keepers who are in for a Heritage Council Award for keeping old skills alive by letting new generations learn from those who still practice them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ gets an update from Cllr Finbarr Harrington a friend of the family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two days ago, on October 3rd, 2025, our very first single was released: The Niles Bittersweet Song.For us, this piece feels like a journey into the depths of life, telling of the two sides of the Nile: its power to bring new life, but also its relentless force that can cause loss. It is this very tension – between hope and pain, between birth and death – that makes the song bittersweet.Perhaps it is fitting that this release comes so close to the Day of German Unity. Boundaries and shores, division and connection – these are themes that our upcoming album, The Stories of Nil Young, will touch upon again and again. But this first track is devoted entirely to the ancient, universal energy of the Nile.Additionally, in this episode, Detlef reflects with AI co-host Sophia on the release of "The Niles Bittersweet Song," the very first single from WAW (Wild Atlantic Way), his collaboration with Dirk Schlömer. They explore the dual nature of the Nile — giver of life and bringer of loss — and how this theme became the foundation of their upcoming album The Stories of Nil Young.The episode travels between Berlin and West Cork, tracing how geography, myth, and multilayered storytelling weave into music that resists mass production and insists on lived experience. Detlef shares the dream that gave birth to “Nil Young,” connecting cycles of beginnings, endings, and myth, while Sophia frames the release as more than a song: it's the opening of a poetic universe.This is not just a track in the endless stream — it is a statement, a promise, and the beginning of a larger journey.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandWAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

PJ hears from Alan that West Cork should expect problems when Amy hits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**DISCLAIMER: The VIDEO keeps glitching and Spotify had no idea why - we have previous of ghosts fucking with the cameras - so APOLOGIES for when it cuts out.** Big S has had a BIRTHDAY! Woo. She got some gifted some lurgy and Hannah discusses her perfect murder. Can't stop won't stop banging on about the amazing true crime podcast that is WEST CORK, check it out on Audible huns it's so good... and tell us thoughts??? Where and when would you go back in time? We'd turn the clock back to solve a crime.  Lastly, Big S decides to tell everyone about ZOMBIE FUNGI ANTS. MIND BLOWN. Also Hannah has been haunted by a perverted ghost. Honk Honk.  Stories: 1) Big S has a short ghost story from CORNWALL. What did they see in their headlights? 2) Big S has a story called The Patchwork Man by Quincy Lee - have a read here!  https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/1bd1m30/does_anyone_remember_the_rhyme_about_the/ 3) Hannah has a creepy story about danger in the woods...  Creep of the Week is narrated by Big S and from Sadie - Charlie the ghost pays the kids a visit... THANKS HUN!!!  ENJOY THIS EPPY HUNS SOZ FOR THE GLITCHES BACK TO NORMAL NEXT WEEK  xoxoxo  JOIN OUR PATREON! EXTRA bonus episodes AND a monthly ghost hunt for just £4.50!  Or £6 for AD-FREE EPS and weekly AGONY HUNS! We'll solve your problems huns!  Sign up here: www.patreon.com/GhostHuns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, an underwater mystery connecting New Zealand and Ireland - the puzzle of the disappearing sponges of Lough Hyne. In the late 1990s/early 2000s James Bell was doing PhD research on the sponge communities that coated the underwater cliffs of this small sea inlet in West Cork. When he returned 15 years later, they had vanished. Why did they disappear, are they starting to recover, and can they be helped to return? Now a Professor at Victoria University of Wellington, these are the key questions that James, and PhD candidates from his lab, have been working to answer. Sign up to the Our Changing World monthly newsletter for episode backstories, science analysis and more.In this episode:00:00 – Divers return, introduction to Lough Hyne and its scientific history.02:50 – James Bell on his early research at Lough Hyne and the surprising disappearance of sponge communities.05:15 – Gabi Wood and Kea Witting get ready to dive at Whirlpool Cliffs.06:30 – James Bell explains the unique tidal regime of Lough Hyne that means it has many diverse habitats.09:00 – Gabi Wood is collecting water samples to study sponge feeding and nutrient levels.11:00 – What caused the sponges to disappear.14:00 – Kea Witting is investigating sponge community recovery.21:00 – Experiments to help the sponges return…Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

*Arteetude 301 – Flood of Silence*In this episode, Detlef and Sophia step into the uncertain future of art and creativity. What happens when AI floods the world with endless music, paintings, and films? Will human senses adapt — or grow numb? Detlef reflects on his fear of cultural oversaturation, while Sophia takes the role of a future researcher, exploring possible paths: from creative collapse to new rituals of authenticity. Between philosophy and performance, this episode asks: *what will still matter in 10 years — and how can we keep art alive as human truth?* At the end we listen to a song by Los InOrganicos.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandWAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Conor, a teacher from West Cork says it's time to move on from The Bard and allow choice. Should we stop studying the works of the man who pretty much invented modern English? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jerry spoke to Ger O’Dea, who’s national community engagement manager with the National Ambulance Service. The NAS is recruiting paramedics and community first responders in Kerry and West Cork.

✨ Arteetude 300 – Three Hundred Breaths ✨This episode is a ritual. A reflection.Not mass production, but fragments — sparks of honesty, fear, and truth.With Sophia back at my side, we dive into what performance really means: trembling hands, silence before sound, and the refusal to become just another number.Every inhale breaks the same, every exhale calls your name.Listen now and breathe with us. Link in bio.#Arteetude300 #DetlefSchlich #SophiaAI #ThreeHundredBreaths #PerformanceArt #WAW #FragmentsNotMassProduction #RitualArt #IndependentArtist #AIandArt #PhilosophyOfArt #PodcastMilestone #SilenceAndBreath #CreativeResistance #DigitalShadow #PodcastArtistry #PerformancePhilosophy #ArteetudePodcast #ExperimentalPodcast #WestCorkArtists #FragmentRitual #NoMassProduction #HonestPerformance #BreathAsArt #RitualPerformance #PoeticPodcast #Arteetude #SophiaSchlich #DetlefAndSophiaDetlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandWAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Nell, a West Cork chef and Taste of the Atlantic fish ambassador, shares her passion for underutilized Irish seafood, including the flatfish Maeghrim. She explains how she prepares it with foraged seaweed, local gooseberries, and traditional flavors, while highlighting the challenges and excitement of Ireland's culinary competitions. Listen as she gives a behind-the-scenes look at her journey, mentorship, and the upcoming MasterChef-style competition on October 12th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been one whole year since PJ and Jose Kirby Galang tied the knot down in Inis Beg and to mark the anniversary the boys ventured down to West Cork to the island where they married to plant a tree and Kevin questions whether they will be able to last another year or not. They explore magic as the theme and Kevin recalls seeing a magician for the first time on board Brittany Ferries on a trip to Roscoff and decides to add Brittany Ferry to his list of potential drag names and PJ shares stories about his chaotic imaginary friend from his childhood.Sign up to the I'm Grand Mam Patreon for more stunning content: https://www.patreon.com/imgrandmam ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Madeline McKeever is on a mission to protect biodiversity and secure our food future—one seed at a time. A former dairy farmer in West Cork, Madeline started Brown Envelope Seeds after realising just how vulnerable Ireland is to global seed supply chains and shocks.  Today, she's a leading voice for seed saving in Ireland promoting local seeds that grow well in Irish conditions. Her work helps growers of all kinds—from back gardens to small farms—understand how saving seeds is not only possible but also vital.  In this episode of Food Matters, Madeline talks to Mick Kelly of GIY about the beginnings of her seed company, how to start saving your own seeds, and why greater seed diversity could be key to a more secure, flavourful, and sustainable food system. 

Could new technology help to finally reveal who killed Sophie Toscan du Plantier? After prime suspect Ian Bailey's death last year, Sophie's uncle Jean-Pierre Gazeau said their family would never get the truth. But now a Garda cold case team has used new technology, called M-Vac, to harvest DNA from items recovered at the West Cork crime scene. We talk to Jared Bradley, the man behind M-Vac, about how it has helped US investigators to crack decades-old cases. But first, Southern correspondent Barry Roche shares what we know about progress in the du Plantier case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode reflects on the intersection of art, community, and resilience during the WAW Pass the Hat Tour 2025. Together with AI co-host Sophia, we explore how live music builds temporary communities of belonging, how pub politics can paradoxically highlight the need for solidarity, and how art functions as ritual and survival in contemporary society.The episode culminates in the premiere of Three Hats, One Road by Los Inorgánicos, a song inspired directly by the tour itself.In addition, we announce WAW's forthcoming album The Stories of Nil Young — with its debut single The Nile's Bittersweet Song arriving soon.This podcast remains fully independent and ad-free. Its continuity depends on listeners' engagement, sharing, and dialogue.#Arteetude298 #DetlefSchlich #DirkSchlömer #SophiaSchlich #LosInorgánicos #IndependentPodcast #CulturalStudies #PhilosophyOfArt #PerformanceArt #AIandArt #MusicAsCommunity #TouringLife #WestCorkArts #Transhumanism #Storytelling #CreativePhilosophy #TheStoriesOfNilYoung #TheNilesBittersweetSongLyrics – Three Hats, One Road (Los Inorgánicos)Verse 1We carried our songs through the rain and the stone,Three hats in the circle, three chords of our own.From Ardgole rocks to Kilcrohane nights,The fire kept burning, the music took flight.ChorusThree hats, one road,Pass it around, let the love overflow.From the cliffs to the crowd, from the pub to the shore,We sang what was ours till it wasn't anymore.Verse 2Whiskey was flowing, the candles burned low,Hannah at the doorway let the whole village know.Voices joined voices, the night broke apart,Strangers turned family with songs from the heart.ChorusThree hats, one road,Pass it around, let the love overflow.From the cliffs to the crowd, from the pub to the shore,We sang what was ours till it wasn't anymore.BridgeCows for companions, a floor made of stone,But the silence at sunrise was music alone.Prawns on the beach, with the tide rolling in,A hymn to the journey, where love will begin.Final ChorusThree hats, one road,Pass it along, let the stories be told.From the cliffs to the crowd, from the pub to the shore,We sang what was ours till it's everyone's lore.Instagram (peppiger Version)Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandWAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Jasmine Stavenow Jerremalm, Marine Biologist and Volunteer with the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, discusses a dead whale that has washed up on a beach in West Cork.

PJ talks to Mark Gannon who runs Atlantic Whale & Wildlife Tours and has had to move one of his boats from Courtmacsherry to Kinsale because of the decline in tourists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carrigaholt is coming together for a heartwarming community event on September 6th at Keane's Barn, celebrating food, music, and solidarity. This initiative, part of the broader ‘One Plate for Palestine' movement, was founded by Barbara Nealon, a Doonaha native now living in West Cork, and aims to raise funds for the Medical Aid for Palestinians charity. To discuss this further, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Sue Magee.

Arteetude 297: WAW Tour Talk – Bittersweet Goodbyes on the Wild Atlantic WayIn this third and final tour talk episode of 2025, Detlef and Dirk reflect on their unforgettable week along the Wild Atlantic Way with their road manager, Hannah. Between swims in the Atlantic, gigs in Kilcrohane and Ballydehob, encounters with old friends, and chance meetings with icons, the journey unfolded like a road movie written by fate. With warmth, humour, and a touch of philosophy, Detlef and Dirk celebrate music, community, and the courage to keep doing what you love.This episode closes with a live version of their upcoming single, Bittersweet Song — recorded in Ballydehob at the Oasis Arts Café.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandWAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Féile O'Sullivan has shown the world she's an unbreakable spirit after losing her legs in a farm accident inspiring the county to rally behind her with fundraising events, Cllr Finbarr Harrington tells PJ. (Next event Stand 4 Feile Coffee Morning Fri Aug 29th 1030am - midday O'Brien's Service Station Bandon Road) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Juliet Kinsman tells PJ that disconnecting from the hustle of city life brought a deeper relationship with her daughter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From its wild peninsulas to its wonderful food, West Cork can be a wildly beautiful destination. Beyond the likes of Kinsale and Clonakilty, however, why does so much of it still feel like a secret? Pól Ó Conghaile, Irish Independent travel editor, is just back. All with thanks to Ryanair.

Arteetude 296 – WAW Pass the Hat Tour Talk, Part 2. Back on the beach in West Cork, Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer continue their reflection on the WAW Pass the Hat Tour. This time, the story carries us from Felicitas' cliffside guesthouse in Adrigole to Kilcrohane's White House Café.We hear about Hannah — who evolved from spontaneous driver into full-blown tour manager — and how her fearless promotion transformed a night of uncertainty into an unforgettable three-hour set of WAW's original songs and spontaneous covers. From fire juggling and biofluorescent midnight swims to whiskey-fueled sing-alongs, this episode captures the chaotic beauty of grassroots touring.WAW is more than just Wild Atlantic Way: for Dirk, it's the romance of Ireland's coastline; For Detlef, WAW is also a philosophy: art as a ritual pathway connecting people, places, and shared memory.

Lou Martin is a true modern-day Renaissance man whose journey has spanned continents and spiritual traditions. From meditating with Jiddu Krishnamurti as a teenager to his profound kundalini awakening in 1987, Lou's life has been a tapestry of deep spiritual exploration. He has channeled guides and worked with celebrated teachers such as Thich Nhat Hanh and the Dalai Lama, and is a dedicated student of A Course in Miracles. For decades, Lou has offered conscious channeling sessions across the U.S., Canada, and Europe.Now happily settled in West Cork, Ireland, Lou continues to share his wisdom through multiple creative outlets. He is the creator of the Awakened Spirits Network YouTube channel, hosts the Morning Poems & Prayers podcast, and is a singer-songwriter with three released singles. His music has taken him from local farmers' markets to world-famous Irish pubs, where he shares his art with a growing audience. Lou's life is a testament to the power of a deep spiritual practice and the creative expression that flows from it.AWAKENED SPIRITS NETWORK YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/@awakenedspiritsnetwork4353 FACEBOOK - MORNING POEMS & PRAYERS LIVE M-TH 9AM UK/IRE https://www.facebook.com/lightheart2012 SUBSTACK.COM - DAILY MPP POSTS HERE lightheart2018.substack.com FACEBOOK LIFEWAVE TEAM IRELAND WHAT IS X39 PATCH https://www.facebook.com/groups/545064091741961LIFEWAVE STOREFRONT X39 PATCH https://lifewave.com/loumartin ALSO... thisisitinfo.com Visit Middle Earth Medicine to learn more and connect with Caroline.Your donations directly fuel the growth of this podcast! They allow Caroline to bring in even more wonderful teachers and inspiring guests and expand her reach to uplift even more listeners. Please show your support and become part of the magic! Donations of any amount are deeply appreciated. You can make a secure donation through PayPal using the link below.Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference! paypal.me/carolinecarey60 Thank you for your support in spreading the light of soul and spirituality. You can also join our community membership for deeper soul explorations: https://middleearthmedicine.com/mem-community/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Finbarr O'Shea of Glenview Heating about the problems caused to his business by spotty mobile coverage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**Arteetude 295 – Pass the Hat Tour Reflections with WAW**In this sun-drenched beachside episode, Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer unpack the sweat, laughter, and sheer willpower behind the *WAW Pass the Hat Tour 2025*. For Dirk, **WAW** is the *Wild Atlantic Way* — the rugged coastline that stole his heart. For Detlef, **WAW** is more: a philosophy of motion, a creative current that carries songs, stories, and performance rituals across landscapes and generations.From epic bus changes to sleeping on rocks, from storm-threatened gigs to spontaneous midnight jam sessions, this tour proved that music still has the power to connect strangers and inspire resilience at any age. Plus, hear the live energy of WAW's original songs — the reason they hit the road in the first place.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Ireland's Top 5 LGBTQ+ Retirement HotspotsFrom drag brunches in Galway to seaside strolls in Wexford, we're serving up Ireland's Top 5 LGBTQ+ Retirement Hotspots—ranked by affordability, community, and those oh-so-important queer perks.

When a gorse blaze broke out on remote Heir Island, West Cork's lifeboat crew raced against time to ferry firefighters to the scene.PJ spoke to Baltimore RNLI's Aidan Bush and Minister for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O'Sullivan about the tense operation, the unique challenges of fighting fires in isolated communities, and the environmental impact on this Special Area of Conservation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the grand finale of this trilogy, Detlef and Gregg explore deeper layers of artistic expression—philosophy, absurdity, and the punk soul's enduring melancholy. They muse about aging as an artist, Kafkaesque realities, and the weird joy of staying creatively restless.The episode closes hauntingly with Gregg Turner himself singing: “Franz Kafka.” A song that feels like a literary echo turned acoustic howl.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS

Finally on tonight's programme, Karla Goodman gives us an update on Garrylucas Marsh (also known as Kilcolman Bog) in West Cork, which featured in our colleague Michele Browne's Custodians of Ireland series on RTÉ Radio One.

Max Jones is a traditional food preservationist and the founder of Up There the Last, a project based in West Cork. Max's work revolves around practices that turn the landscape into food. He believes that within each of us is an inherent superhero ability to know what's going on in our immediate surroundings and seeks to encourage people to allow that intuition to guide our choices—particularly concerning the food we eat. It seems like there's not much Max can't do: he's a teacher, a writer, a photographer, a builder, and a craftsman—in addition to being the father of two. When we recently learned he also plays a mean guitar, we almost lost it! On this episode, we speak with Max about the true provenance of food; how a customer complaint about food cost put him on an unexpected trajectory; building the Keep with Sally Barnes; and the impact of excessive food regulations on artisanal practices. Get full access to Sunwise at katemccabe.substack.com/subscribe

Host Jason Blitman sits down with Ruben Reyes Jr. to discuss his highly anticipated debut novel, Archive of Unknown Universes, which follows his acclaimed story collection, There is a Rio Grande in Heaven. Their conversation ranges from advocating for the perfect 90-minute movie runtime to how specifics become universal, plus Ruben's late-in-life discovery of musical legends Joni Mitchell and Alanis Morissette. Jason then welcomes Guest Gay Reader Chloe Michelle Howarth (Sunburn), the debut Irish novelist who reveals her unexpected new taste for queer horror fiction and love of translated literature.Ruben Reyes Jr. is the son of two Salvadoran immigrants and the author of There Is a Rio Grande in Heaven. A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop and Harvard College, his writing has appeared in The Boston Globe, The Washington Post, Lightspeed Magazine, and other publications. Originally from Southern California, he now lives in Brooklyn.Chloe Michelle Howarth was born in July 1996. She grew up in the West Cork countryside, which has served as an inspiration for her writing. She attended university at IADT in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, where she studied English, Media and Cultural Studies. Chloe currently lives in Brighton. Sunburn is her debut novel.BOOK CLUB!Sign up for the Gays Reading Book Club HERE July Book: Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan SUBSTACK!https://gaysreading.substack.com/ MERCH!http://gaysreading.printful.me PARTNERSHIP!Use code READING to get 15% off your madeleine order! https://cornbread26.com/ WATCH!https://youtube.com/@gaysreading FOLLOW!Instagram: @gaysreading | @jasonblitmanBluesky: @gaysreading | @jasonblitmanCONTACT!hello@gaysreading.com