Episodes

Ep 409 – Memorial Football Game for Tony Grimes and New Dance Studio for The Shamrock Academy of Irish Dance

In Part 1… We’re in Liverpool at a football match in memory of Tony Grimes RIP. Tony was a much loved member of the Irish community and we meet up with his friends and family as they celebrate his life and times. Lots of retired players are back at John Mitchels GAA club to play […]

Ep 408 – St Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Leeds

This week, we’re marching along with the crowds celebrating St Patrick’s Day in Leeds. A bright sunny day full off colourful floats, excited people and great traditional Irish entertainment. Vice Consul General of Ireland, Deirdre O’Flaherty joins us to celebrate a national day like no other. Watch the Irish in the UK every Tuesday night […]

Ep 407 – St Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Manchester

This week, we’re joining the party in Manchester as the Irish community celebrate St Patrick’s Day. We start with a civic reception hosted by Manchester City Council that celebrates the contribution made by the Irish to the city and then move on to the colourful parade. The Irish government are represented by Minister Kieran O’Donnell […]

Ep 406 – Pre St Patrick’s Day Celebrations and Paddy Kennedy Fundraiser

In Part 1… We’re guests of the Consul General of Ireland as we celebrate the run up to St Patrick’s Day. Sarah Mangan and her team organised a cultural event attended by the great and good from the Irish community in the North of England. The special celebration was supported by Kieran O’Donnell TD, Ireland’s […]

Ep 405 – A night of Traditional Irish Entertainment at the Sacred Heart Club in Birmingham

This week, we join Liam Tomlinson and his friends for a night of traditional music, dance, storytelling and poetry at the Sacred Heart Club in Birmingham. This is the third annual event and features a wide range of traditional styles and reinforces the club’s strong ties with Ireland. Sit back and enjoy half an hour […]

Ep 404 – North London Shamrocks Celebrate 20 Years and Winning the London Senior Championship in 2024

This week, we join the North London Shamrocks for their annual dinner dance as they celebrate their 20th year and also winning the London Senior Championship in 2024. We chat with the senior team manager Peter Witherow and club chairman, Peter Egan as well as many other celebrities from the GAA world. It’s a great […]

Ep 403 – A Music Special from the Irish in the UK

This week, we’re showcasing some of our favourite singers and musicians that we have featured over the years. We have… Effie Neill, Nathan Carter, the Liverpool Céilí Band, Peter Mylett, Tony Allen and Dominic Kirwan & Marian Waldron. A great way to relax into the evening. Watch the Irish in the UK every Tuesday night […]

Ep 402 – Nicky James Country and Irish Weekend

This week, we’re at the Savoy Hotel in Blackpool for a weekend of Irish and Country music, celebrating the life of Nicky James, who passed five years ago. His brother Joe McShane organises this yearly event, keeping the memory of Nicky alive. We also talk with Nicky’s partner, Berni Perkins, his daughter Louie and son […]

Ep 401 – Birmingham Irish Heritage Group and Rob Lally’s Mosaic art

In Part 1… We’re at the Sacred Heart Centre in Birmingham with the Irish Heritage group. Organised by sisters, Catherine and Mary McManus, the group meets once a month to embrace Irish heritage, from written word, film, music to anything that links the community to Ireland. With music and performances from Vincent Jordan, Gerry Molumby […]

Ep 400 – Daniel O’Donnell in Blackburn and Liverpool Irish Festival

In Part 1… To help us celebrate our 400th episode, we’re in Blackburn with Daniel O’Donnell. This special event is organised by Bernie Doherty and is a up close and personal evening with Ireland’s best loved performer. Bernie has run this evening of entertainment for many years and as well as Daniel O’Donnell, we get […]