Episodes

Ep 452 – Celebrating the life of Mo Mowlam at the Coventry Irish Society and the Dubliners Musical, Seven Drunken Nights

This week’s programme begins at the Coventry Irish Society, where a special event focuses on Mo Mowlam and her pivotal role in the Good Friday Agreement. Caroline Brogan, representing the society, hosts an insightful discussion featuring guest speaker Hen Norton, Mo Mowlam’s stepdaughter, who shares personal reflections and stories about Mo’s legacy and the impact […]

Ep 451 – Dave Heeley – “Blind Dave” Gruelling Sporting Challenge Fundraiser

This week’s programme follows the extraordinary life of Dave Heeley, widely known as “Blind Dave.” Having lost his sight as a young man, Dave refuses to let blindness define or limit him. Instead, he has dedicated his life to pushing physical and mental boundaries in pursuit of remarkable challenges — all to raise money for […]

Ep 450 – Craic by the Creek Festival and K Style Barbers

In this week’s programme, we’re celebrating community, culture, and a lifetime of stories. In part one, we preview this year’s Craic by the Creek festival, a much-loved celebration of Irish music, arts, and culture. We’re joined by festival organisers Matt Kelly and Patrick Brennan, who tell us how the event has grown, what makes it […]

Ep 449 – Irish Post Awards

This week, we step inside one of London’s most iconic venues as the Grosvenor House Hotel plays host to a night of pride, prestige, and unmistakable Irish spirit. This special programme captures the Irish Post Awards, marking 55 years of The Irish Post and celebrating the extraordinary impact of Irish talent across business, sport, and […]

Ep 448 – Pat Fallon’s Book and Tony Walker’s Epic Journey

Ep 448 – Pat Fallon’s Book and Tony Walker’s Epic Journey In Part One, we meet Pat Fallon, whose book “Nine Pounds and a Suitcase” traces his journey from Ireland to the UK and the life he built along the way. Pat’s story is one of resilience, community, and pride in heritage. Through his writing […]

Ep 447 – Tommy McGloughlin’s 50 years at the Leeds Irish Centre & Asa Murphy performs at Connolly’s Irish Pub

This week’s programme celebrates the heart and soul of Irish culture, both behind the scenes and centre stage. In part 1, we pay tribute to a true cornerstone of the community — Tommy McLoughlin. For an extraordinary fifty years, Tommy has been the manager of the Leeds Irish Centre, guiding it with dedication, vision, and […]

Ep 446 – Birmingham Irish Cycle Appeal Dinner Dance

This week’s programme features highlights from a memorable charity evening dinner dance hosted by BICA – the Birmingham Irish Cycle Appeal – held at the Regency Hotel in Birmingham. The event brought together supporters, cyclists and members of the local community to celebrate another outstanding year of fundraising. Led by Chairman Joe Argue, alongside his […]

Ep 445 – The New Irish Centre at Kings Heath, Birmingham

This week, we celebrate the opening of the New Irish Centre in Birmingham, capturing a proud new chapter for the local Irish community. The show features interviews with owners Christine and Paul Owens, amongst many others, reflecting on the centre’s vision and legacy, alongside music from Shawn Cuddy, who poignantly returns after being the last […]

Ep 444 – “Nearly New Year” Highlights Show

This week we look back over our busy year and show clips from some of our favourite programmes… We have… Creggs Rugby Club, Gerry Flynn in Spain, charity running, Lolivetto Restaurant, the Shamrock Academy and Pairc Festival. All our programmes over the years can be watched again on our Youtube channel! From Martin, Annette and […]

Ep 443 – Christmas Highlights Show

This week we look back over the year and show clips from some of our favourite programmes… Daniel O’Donnell, Nicky James tribute day, Irish Nurses, Mike Harding, Eurogold charity golf day, and traditional music in Bradford. All our programmes over the years can be watched again on our Youtube channel! From Martin, Annette and everyone […]