Advertiser.ie - Galway Advertiser:Podcasts

Episode 188 - Galway Christmas Markets

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, December 17, 2024 | 12:17

This week Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are looking at the orginal Galway Christmas markets. listen

Episode 187 - Galway's Internment Camps

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 14:01

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are looking at when an internment camp was set up in Woodquay during the Irish revolutionary war. listen

Episode 186 - Electricity Comes To Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 14:14

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are looking at The Galway Electric Light Company, the first company to bring electricity to Galway in 1888. listen

Episode 185 - Election Posters

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 | 14:14

This week Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are looking at election posters from the past. listen

Episode 184 - Jimmy Cranny

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 19:19

On the podcast this week Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the Galway swimming legend Jimmy Cranny who is 40 years dead this week. listen

Episode 183 - University of Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 16:48

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne look back on the history of University of Galway, which opened 175 years ago as Queen's College Galway. listen

Episode 182 - The Franciscan Order

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 6, 2024 | 16:11

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the history of the Franciscan Order in Galway listen

Episode 181 - The Claddagh

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | 12:30

This week on the podcast this week Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne talk about the history of The Claddagh, and how the area has changed over the years. listen

Episode 180 - Galway Fairs and Markets

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, October 24, 2024 | 14:13

This week on the Podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the history of the many fairs in Galway. listen

Episode 179 - The Jes Rowing Club

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 12:51

This week on the Podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne look back on the history of the Jes Rowing Club, which is celebrating 90 years since its founding. listen

Episode 179 - St Enda's School

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 |

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the history of St Enda's School. listen

Episode 178 - Wooden Men and Iron Ships

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 2, 2024 | 13:44

This week on the Podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the history of Galway Harbour during the age of sail. listen

Episode 177 - UCG Rugby Team

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 13:38

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the UCG Rugby Club which is celebrating its 150th anniversary next month. listen

Episode 176 - The Warwick Hotel

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | 15:38

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the Warwick Hotel in Salthill listen

Episode 175 - Galway Bohemians Football Club

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 11, 2024 | 12:46

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Galway Bohemians Football team. listen

Episode 174 - Galway Quincentennial

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 4, 2024 | 17:12

On this week's podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne look back on the Galway Quincentennial celebrations in 1984. listen

Episode 173 - St Nicholas' Parochial School

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 28, 2024 | 12:54

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne explore the history of St Nicholas' Parochial School. listen

Episode 172 - The Mon

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 13:50

This week on the podcast Dick and Tom are talking about College House and the Monastery School, affectionately known to generations of students as The Mon. listen

Episode 171 - Galway Theatres

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 7, 2024 | 14:23

This week on the podcast Dick Byrne and Tom Kenny are talking about the many historical theatres in Galway. listen

Episode 170- Galway Hospitals

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 17:58

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the many hospitals in Galway over the years. listen

Episode 169 - The Seapoint Ballroom

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | 16:48

This week on the podcast Dick Byrne and Tom Kenny are talking about The Seapoint Ballroom. listen

Episode 168 - The Salthill Baths

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 13:28

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about the Salthill Baths. listen

Episode 167 - Galway V Dublin (1934)

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | 10:21

This week on the Podcast Dick Byrne and Tom Kenny are talking about the last time Galway beat the Dubs in the football championship, in 1934. listen

Episode 166 - Emmetts Rowing Club

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 2, 2024 | 10:54

This week on the podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Menlo Emmetts, who won the Galway regatta in 1929. listen

Episode 165 - The Town Hall

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | 19:26

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Town Hall Theatre in Galway. listen

This week on the podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Blakes Castle in Galway. We also mention our friend Ronnie O'Gorman who passed away last month. He was the original co host of the podcast. listen

Episode 163 - Swimming in Salthill

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 5, 2024 | 16:04

This week on the podcast Dick and Tom are talking about their memories of swimming in Salthill — Jimmy Cranney, Prom Swim and Blackjack dippers all get a mention. listen

Episode 162 - UCG memories

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, May 14, 2024 | 12:54

This week on the podcast Dick and Tom are talking about their memories of UCG student protests. Note we are missing 1 minute of sound in the middle of the podcast, we apologise for this but it could not be recovered. listen

Episode 161 - UCG memories

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 13:00

This week on the podcast this week Dick and Tom talk about their memories of UCG, following the release of an online archive of staff photos at the university. listen

Episode 160 - Shop Street

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 30, 2024 | 9:29

This week Dick Byrne and Tom Kenny are talking about Shop Street, and the Liptons tea shop once located there. listen

Episode 159 - Ó Máille’s

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | 14:29

This week on the podcast Tom Kenny and Dick Byrne are talking about Ó Máille’s the Aran sweater shop in Galway city centre which is closing down at the end of the month after 86 years in business. listen

Episode 158 - Galway's Fortifications

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | 14:56

This week on the Podcast Dick and Tom are talking about the history of Galway's fortifications and battlements. listen

Episode 157 - Cyril Mahoney

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 9, 2024 | 12:34

This week on the podcast Dick and Tom are talking Galway legend the late Cyril Mahoney, who taught Dick in school and acted with both Tom and Dick. listen

Episode 156 - The Dominican Nuns in Galway

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 10:34

This week on the podcast Dick and Tom are again talking about the Dominican Order in Galway, this time about the nuns. listen

Episode 155 - The Dominican Order in Galway

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, March 28, 2024 | 15:58

This week Dick Byrne joins Tom and will be the co host for the foreseeable future while Ronnie is unwell. Tom is talking about the Dominican Order in Galway. listen

Episode 154 - Cunningham's Butcher Shop

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 20, 2024 | 10:28

In this episode, Tom is about the history of The Cunningham's Butcher shop on shop street. listen

Episode 153 - The Atlanta Hotel

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, March 12, 2024 | 12:14

In this episode, Tom is talking about the history of The Atlanta Hotel. listen

Episode 152 - Galway Train Station

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | 10:11

In this episode, Tom Kenny talks about the history of Galway Railway Station. listen

Episode 151 - Opera in Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 28, 2024 | 14:44

In this episode, Tom Kenny is talking about the history of The Patrician Musical Society. listen

Episode 150 - Galway Trams

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 21, 2024 | 12:51

In this episode, Tom Kenny talkes about the history of the tram lines in Galway and the Galway and Salthill Tramway Company Ltd, which operated between Galway and Salthill from 1879 to 1918. listen

Episode 149 - Salthill Church

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 14, 2024 | 11:14

In this episode, Tom Kenny talks about the history of Christ the King Church in Salthill. listen

Episode 148 - The King of The Claddagh

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 7, 2024 | 10:27

In this episode, Tom talks about the tradition of the Mayor or King of The Claddagh. listen

Episode 147 - Martin 'Mate' Lydon

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 31, 2024 | 14:02

In this episode, Tom is talking about the great Mate Lydon, Galway character and salmon snatcher. listen

Episode 146 - O'Flaherty's Garage

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 8:55

In this episode, Tom talks about O'Flaherty's garage in Lower Salthill. This family business served the people of Galway in various locations between 1901 and 1991. listen

Episode 145 - Charles Bianconi

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 17, 2024 | 12:55

In this episode, Tom is talking about Charles Bianconi, the man who brought public transport to Ireland and Galway. listen

Episode 144 - Peadar O'Dowd

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 10, 2024 | 13:16

In this episode, Tom talks about the late Peadar O’Dowd who passed away last week. Peadar was a historian and history columnist from Galway who wrote many books and articles about the town. May he rest in peace. listen

Episode 143 - The Merriweather fire engine

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 9:54

In this episode, Tom talks about Galway's first fire engine. listen

Episode 142 - Houses in Woodquay

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, December 21, 2023 | 9:24

In this episode, Tom is once again talking about Woodquay. William Henry has a new book out about Woodquay, so Tom has dug out a few photos of the area. listen

Episode 141 - Market day in Woodquay

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 13, 2023 | 19:48

In this episode, Tom is talking about Woodquay. William Henry has a new book out about the area so Tom has dug out a few photos about the area. listen

Episode 140 - An American barber shop in Eyre Square

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 6, 2023 | 19:48

In this episode, Tom talks about Grants Barber in Galway, an institution that taught plenty of Galway Barbers. listen

Episode 139 - Larry Cheevers

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 29, 2023 |

In this episode, Tom sadly talking about the passing of his old friend Larry Cheevers who was a legend in Galway, Dublin and Canada. listen

Old Galway Diary Episode 138 - St Augustine's Church

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 22, 2023 | 21:26

In this episode, Tom is looking at the Organ in the Augustine church middle street Galway. They then talk about the great history of the Choir there. listen

Episode 133- Traffic changes in Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 15:38

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Galway Traffic rules and regulations. listen

Episode 132: Galway Simon — still changing lives after campaigning beginning

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, October 4, 2023 | 15:02

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Simon community in Galway ahead of their big fund raiser this weekend. The Sleep Out. listen

Episode 131 - The scholars of '73

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | 11:47

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the jet as a group celebrate their 50 years anniversary this week. listen

Episode 130: The Claddagh Fish Market

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 20, 2023 | 14:54

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Claddagh Fish Market. listen

Episode 129- Arms of the city

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 13, 2023 | 10:02

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Galway Coat of Arms. Ronnie is still unwell and hopes to be back in the coming weeks. listen

Episode-128-Saint Patrick’s Church

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 6, 2023 | 24:00

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of St. Patricks Church in Galway. listen

Episode 127 - Lydon House

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, August 30, 2023 | 18:18

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Lydon House in Galway, a Galway institution! listen

Episode 126 - St Pats National School

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 23, 2023 | 11:31

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of St Pats national School in Galway City Centre. listen

Episode 125- Lynch’s Castle

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 16, 2023 | 16:55

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Lynches castle on Shop Street in Galway. Tom also touches on the exhibit he has launches in Kennys book shop based on the last 50 years of articles in the Galway Advertiser. listen

Episode 124 - Frank McDonagh & Co

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 9, 2023 | 8:32

In this episode, Tom is looking at MacDonaghs, a legendary Galway business. listen

Episode 123- Galway Life Saving

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 2, 2023 | 12:38

In this episode, Tom is looking at Life Saving on the water in Galway. listen

Episode 122 - St Augustine’s Fort/Forthill

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 26, 2023 | 15:14

In this episode, Tom is looking at Foothill Cemetery on built in 1502 and recently restored and repaired by the parishioners of the Augustinian Church. Ronnie still unwell but hopes to be back in a few weeks. listen

Episode 121 - Galway's Schindler

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 19, 2023 | 15:02

In this episode, Tom is looking at a legendary Galway business from Marcus Witztum. Les Modes Modernes a hat factory that celebrates an anniversary this week. The company gave shelter to many Jews during the 1940's and no doubt saved many lives. Ronnie is still unwell and will be for a couple of weeks. listen

Episode 120 - Críostóir Mac Gearailt

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 12, 2023 | 11:16

In this episode, Tom is looking at the life of Galway legend Críostóir Mac Gearailt who passed away recently. Ronnie is unfortunately unwell this week but hopes to be back next week. listen

Episode 119 - Dónall Mac Amhlaigh & Irish Language in Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 5, 2023 | 31:34

In this episode, Tom is looking at Dónall Mac Amhlaigh. The Irish writer who was born in Galway in 1989. His book Saol saighdiúra is being reprinted in English. Ronnie is looking at the Irish language in Galway through the lens of the college and the barracks in Renmore. listen

Episode 118 - Leisureland & UCG

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 28, 2023 | 35:24

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history Leisureland on the anniversary of its opening. Ronnie is back and healthy and this week talking about "Ungodly UCG". listen

Episode 117 - Our Lady's Boys Club & Hardiman and Beyond

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 21, 2023 | 28:17

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Our Lady's Boys Club and its upcoming trip and fund raiser appeal. Ronnie, is still struggling with his voice but has been enjoying a book called Hardiman and Beyond. listen

Episode 116 - Pearse Stadium

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 13:46

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Pearse Stadium. listen

Episode 115 - Leaving Cert and Emily Anderson Part IV

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | 37:00

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the leaving certificate in Galway. Ronnie is still looking at the life of Galway legend Emily Anderson. listen

Episode 114 - Dalysfort House and Emily Anderson Part III

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | 34:00

In this episode, Tom is looking at Dalysfort house and the schools that sprung up around it. listen

Episode 113 - Tomás Bán & Helena Concannon and Emily Anderson Part II

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 24, 2023 | 34:14

In this episode, Tom is looking at the lives of Tomás Bán & Helena Concannon, two great Galway people. listen

Episode 112 - An Post in Galway and Emily Anderson Part I

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 17, 2023 | 31:04

Tom - Of postmen and postwomen listen

Episode 111 - Galway Live Music & Commander Bill King part IV

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 10, 2023 | 36:39

In this episode, Tom is looking at a chapter in a new book called Hardiman & Beyond: Arts & Culture in Galway 1820-2020, about sessions and live music in Galway in the 70's Ronnie is still looking at the life of commander Bill King. listen

Episode 110 - The Jes & Commander Bill King part III

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 3, 2023 | 38:20

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Jes school in Galway . Ronnie is still looking at the life of commander Bill King. listen

Episode 109 - Maeliosa Stafford & Commander Bill King part II

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 26, 2023 | 29:36

In this episode, Tom is looking at the life of Maeliosa Stafford, the great local actor who passed away recently . Ronnie is still looking at the life of commander Bill King. listen

Episode 108 - Scoil Fhursa & Commander Bill King

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | 29:16

In this episode: listen

Episode 107 - Galway Buses & The Maamtrasna Murders Part 6

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 12, 2023 | 29:34

In this episode, Tom is looking at the life of Galway boxer, Aidan Heffernan. Ronnie is on part six of his series on Maamtrasna murders listen

Episode 106 - Galway Buses & The Maamtrasna Murders Part 5

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 5, 2023 | 31:37

In this episode, Tom is looking back the Galway General Omnibus Company the company gave the first bus service to Galway years ago. Ronnie is on part five of his series on Maamtrasna murders listen

Episode 105 - Galway Tram Lines & The Maamtrasna Murders Part 4

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | 34.49

Ronnie - An extraordinary confession on the eve of execution listen

Episode 104 - Patrician Musical Society &The Maamtrasna Murders Part3

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, March 23, 2023 | 27:40

In this episode, Tom is looking at the founding of the Patrician Musical Society. Ronnie is on part three of his series on Maamtrasna murders listen

Episode 103 - The Royal Galway Yacht Club and Maamtrasna Murders II

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 15, 2023 | 30:13

In this episode, Tom is looking back at St Patrick's day celebrations in Galway from years past. listen

Episode 102 - The Royal Galway Yacht Club and Maamtrasna Murders I

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 8, 2023 | 27:56

Tom - The Royal Galway Yacht Club listen

Episode 101 - The Work House and Final Chapter In The Irish Civil War

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | 34:36

In this episode, Tom is looking at the old work houses in Galway. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war. This time some of the executions and the final days of the conflict listen

Episode 100 - Mariners Hospital in Galway and The Irish Civil War

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 22, 2023 | 31:02

A very big CONGRATULATIONS to Tom Kenny and Ronnie O'Gorman, as today the Old Galway Diary podcast has reached it’s 100th episode! listen

Episode 99 - Kirwins Lane and The Irish Civil War

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 15, 2023 | 29:16

Tom - ‘The girl we left behind us’ listen

Episode 98 - Galway Canals and The Irish Civil War

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 8, 2023 |

In this episode, Tom is looking at Canals of Galway. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war. listen

Episode 97 - Our Lady's Boy's Club and The Irish Civil War

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 1, 2023 | 29:53

In this episode, Tom is looking at the founding of Our Lady's Boy's Club. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war and the burning of an orphanage . listen

Episode 96 - Joe Young's Mineral Water and The Siege of Clifden

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 25, 2023 | 27:57

In this episode, Tom is looking at Joe Young's Mineral Water Company, an old Galway business. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war, and this time going into the siege of Clifden . listen

Episode 95 - Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club and The Irish Civil War

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 18, 2023 | 26:04

In this episode, Tom is looking at Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club founded in 1864. listen

Episode 94 - Salthill and Galway Fox Stories

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 11, 2023 | 33:20

Tom - Upper Salthill, a bird’s eye view, c1945 listen

Episode 93 - Galway Referee and The Sisters of Mercy in Crimea part 2

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 14, 2022 | 26:43

In this episode, Tom is looking at the life of Galway Referee John Keady. Ronnie is still looking at the order of nuns from Galway, the Sisters of Mercy, who went to the war in Crimea to help the wounded. listen

Episode 92 - Liam Mellows and The Sisters of Mercy in Crimea

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 7, 2022 | 35:06

In this week's Old Galway Diary episode, Ronnie looks at enigmatic republican Liam Mellows on the centenary of his death, meanwhile Tom looks at Florence Nightingale, the famous 'Lady of the lamp'. listen

Episode 91 - Starvation Riots 1842 and Irish Famine 1817

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 30, 2022 | 28:20

Tom talks about The Galway Starvation Riots and Ronnie discusses how a band of doctors saved Galway from typhus wipe-out (Week II) listen

Episode 90 - Galwegian Rugby Club Centenary and Irish Famine 1740

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 23, 2022 | 28:20

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Glaswegian Rugby Club who is celebrating its centenary this year. listen

Episode 89 - The Salmon Weir Bridge and Moycullen Mayhem Part III

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 16, 2022 | 28:33

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Salmon Weir Bridge as it is being gifted a new little pedestrian bridge along side it shortly. Ronnie is still looking at the Mayhem in Moycullen from the 1800's that he started two weeks ago. listen

Episode 88 - Galway Shawl and Moycullen Mayhem Part II

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 9, 2022 | 24:54

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Galway shawl. Ronnie is still looking at the Mayhem in Moycullen from the 1800's that he started last week. listen

Episode 87 - Cloak and Moycullen Mayhem Part I

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 2, 2022 |

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Cloak in Galway. Ronnie is looking at an old court report from the 1800s in Moycullen. A very unusual case with a drunk Doctor. listen

Episode 86 - Liam Mellows and Pádraic Ó Máille & Halloween

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 26, 2022 | 27:20

Tom - War of Friends, Liam Mellows and Pádraic Ó Máille listen

Episode 85 - Oranmore & Lord Haw Haw part III

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 19, 2022 | 26:58

Ronnie continues to look at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw. listen

Episode 84 - Salerno & Lord Haw Haw part II

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 12, 2022 | 33:40

Tom looks at 60 years of Salerno and Ronnie continues to look at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw. listen

Episode 83 - Galway Woollen Mills & Lord Haw Haw

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 5, 2022 | 30:36

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Galway Woollen Mills in Newtown Smith. listen

Episode 82 - Galway Hosiery & Final part of Mitchell Henry

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 30:51

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of an old Galway business, ' Galway Hosiery'. He reads from a former Employees time working in the business. listen

Episode 81 - O'Donnellan and Joyce & Parnell and Mitchell Henry

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 21, 2022 | 31:36

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the legendary Galway auctioneers O'Donnellan and Joyce. listen

Episode 80 - TB in Galway & Mitchell Henry

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 14, 2022 | 31:10

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of TB in Galway and Galway man Noel Brown who was a huge part in treating the awful illness. listen

Episode 79 - Galway Horse Fair & Kylemore Abbey

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 7, 2022 | 28:12

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Galway horse fairs. Ronnie is looking at the building of Kylemore Abbey. listen

Episode 78 - Hurling & The Royals Visit The West

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 31, 2022 | 37:46

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of hurling in the country and the county. listen

Episode 77 - Shantalla & The Wildes Go West

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 24, 2022 | 26:11

In this episode, Tom is looking at Shantalla and back to school. listen

Episode 76 - The Well of St. Enda & The Trial of Dr Wilde

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 17, 2022 | 35:02

In this episode, Tom is looking at St. Endas Well in Barna and the history of Holy Wells in the county . listen

Episode 75 - Galway Steamers & Dr Wilde, census and tragedy.

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 10, 2022 | 27:50

In this episode, Tom is looking at the long history of Steamer ships in Galway Bay . Ronnie is talking about Dr Wilde, father of Oscar, who was a hugely important figure in Irish history but his life was rife with tragedy. listen

Episode 74 - Mutton Island & The Cross of Cong

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 3, 2022 | 27:42

In this episode, Tom is looking at the long history of Mutton Island. Ronnie is talking about the Cong Cross and its fascinating history which is currently on display in the national history museum. listen

Episode 73 - Wolfe Tone Bridge & The end of Tyrone House

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 27, 2022 | 28:58

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Wolfe Tone bridge in Galway. listen

Episode 90 - At the match: All Ireland Final heartbreak for Galway

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Monday, July 25, 2022 | 15:42

It wasn't to be for Galway in Croke Park in the All Ireland Final. listen

Episode 72 - The Claddagh Basin & Tyrone House

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 20, 2022 | 28:17

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Claddagh Basin. listen

Episode 89 - Galway stand on the edge of glory and their first All Ireland Senior Football title since 2001

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Monday, July 18, 2022 | 60:12

Galway stand on the edge of glory and their first All Ireland Senior Football title since 2001. listen

Episode 71 - The Jes & Britain Washes Its Hands of Landlords

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, July 14, 2022 | 31:30

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Jes school on Sea Road. listen

Episode 88 - Galway football on the crest of a wave

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, July 13, 2022 | 39:48

In this weeks episode Cian and Colm look back on a major weekend of success for football in Galway. listen

Episode 62 - John Caulfield & Alan Murphy & Jamie Erickson & Emlyn Long

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, July 13, 2022 | 30:53

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield discusses Friday's vital SSE Airtricity League first division encounter against Cork City. listen

Episode 87 Galway facing Derry test in All Ireland semi-final

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, July 7, 2022 | 35:45

In this weeks main football podcast Cian and Colm look ahead to Galway's clash with Derry on Saturday evening in Croke Park in the All Ireland Senior Football Championship Semi-Final. listen

Episode 86 - Galway and Mayo face off for All Ireland Minor title

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, July 7, 2022 | 41:29

For the third time this year the Galway and Mayo minors will face off in championship action. listen

Episode 70 - The Model School & The Landlords of Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 6, 2022 | 31:26

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of the model school. One of the first schools set up in Galway in 1852. listen

Episode 85 - Galway give it their all against Limerick

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, July 6, 2022 | 49:12

Galway's interest in the All Ireland Senior Hurling Championship came to an end last Sunday in Croke Park when they were defeated by Limerick in the All Ireland semi-final. listen

Episode 61 - D. Hurley & J. Caulfield & S. Keegan & A. Murphy & B. O'Connor

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, July 6, 2022 | 29:00

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield and Cobh Ramblers boss Shane Keegan discuss Friday's SSE Airtricity League first division encounter at Eamonn Deacy Park. listen

Episode 84 - Galway win an epic and Horan steps away from Mayo

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, June 30, 2022 | 46:45

In this weeks football show Cian and Colm look back on an epic football quarter-final between Galway and Armagh that had everything you wanted and plenty that you didn't. listen

Episode 83 - Bumper All Ireland semi-final preview show

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, June 30, 2022 | 64:23

In this weeks hurling podcast Cian and Colm set the scene ahead of Galway's All Ireland Senior Hurling championship semi-final clash with Limerick listen

Episode 69 - Our Ladys Boys Club & The Landlord Burke Part 3

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 29, 2022 | 26:51

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of Our Ladys Boys Club. Next week the boys are going on their 80th camp and if you would like to donate please contact Pat Giles CO: Our Ladys Boys Club, Sea Road, Galway. Ronnie is still looking Micheal Henry Burke of Ballydugan but this time he's looking at his sons and poor ex wife. listen

Episode 60 - John Caulfield & Alan Murphy & Dave Silke

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, June 29, 2022 | 29:30

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed ahead of another crucial SSE Airtricity League first division match against Waterford FC at Eamonn Deacy Park. listen

Episode 82 - Croke Park dates for Galway & Mayo footballers

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, June 23, 2022 | 45:53

It's a huge weekend of football for Galway and Mayo listen

Episode 81 - Galway hurlers book final four spot

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, June 23, 2022 | 38:57

In this weeks hurling show Cian and Colm are joined by Christy O'Connor to look back on the Galway GAA senior hurlers win over Cork in last weekend's All Ireland Senior Hurling Championship quarter final. listen

Episode 68 - The Bish & The Landlord Burke Part 2

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 22, 2022 | 24:48

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of The Bish school in Nuns Island. Ronnie is still looking Micheal Henry Burke of Ballydugan. listen

Episode 59 - John Caulfield & Don Deacy &John Byrne & Joey Malone

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, June 22, 2022 | 29:30

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield talks about an exciting SSE Airtricity League first division campaign that continues to unfold. listen

Episode 80 - Mayo do enough, Galway and Mayo minors shine

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, June 17, 2022 | 52:08

In this weeks football podcast Cian and Colm look back on Mayo's win over Kildare in round two of the All Ireland Senior Football Championship Qualifiers. listen

Episode 79 - Galway make the 'Trip to Tipp' to face the Rebels

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, June 16, 2022 | 42:31

It's all on the line for the Galway senior hurlers on Saturday when they face Cork in the All Ireland Senior Hurling Championship quarter-final in Semple Stadium. listen

Episode 67 - Suiceen & The Landlord Burke

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 15, 2022 | 22:56

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of Suiceen or sometimes spelt Suckine which was a very populated street down in Woodquay, Galway. listen

Episode 58 - John Caulfield & Alan Murphy & Gary Silke

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, June 15, 2022 | 29:30

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield discusses Friday's SSE Airtricity League first division clash against Bray Wanderers. listen

Episode 78 - Mayo see off Monaghan and topple Galway in minor decider

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, June 9, 2022 | 53:53

In this weeks football podcast, Cian and Colm talk about Mayo's win over Monaghan and look ahead to their clash with Kildare in round two of the qualifiers. listen

Episode 77 - Galway fall short against the Cats in Leinster final.

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, June 8, 2022 | 34:46

In this weeks hurling podcast Cian and Colm look back on Galway's defeat by Kilkenny in the Leinster Hurling Final in Croke Park last Saturday. listen

Episode 66 - McDonaghs & Landlords

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 8, 2022 | 27:08

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Mcdonagh's Fish and Chip shop on Quay Street. listen

Episode 57 - J Caulfield & J Canny, K Keady, S Connolly & A Murphy & A Carr

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, June 8, 2022 | 45:13

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed. listen

Episode 76 - Galway head to Croker looking for hurling glory

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, June 3, 2022 | 44:47

Galway head to Croke Park on Saturday looking to claim the Leinster Senior Hurling Crown. listen

Episode 75 - Galway are kings of Connacht & Mayo face Monaghan

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, June 1, 2022 | 59:53

In this week's jam packed Advertiser GAA Football Podcast - Cian and Colm are joined by John Casey and Colm Shalvey. listen

Episode 65 - Bothermore & More Search and Rescue

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 1, 2022 | 29:19

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of Bothermore and the many groups and magazines that came from that area. listen

Episode 56 - John Caulfield & Ollie Daniels & Sean Dunleavy & Alan Murphy

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, June 1, 2022 | 56:16

In this week's episode Galway United boss John Caulfield talks about Friday's SSE Airtricity League loss to Cork City and Alex Murphy's move to Newcastle United. listen

Episode 74 - Connacht Football Final Special & James Horan on Mayo v Monaghan.

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, May 27, 2022 | 50:31

It's a jam packed Football Podcast this week as the lads look at everything happening listen

Episode 73 - Galway set up final date with the Cats & Mayo hurlers give their all.

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, May 25, 2022 | 43:28

In this weeks Advertiser GAA Hurling Podcast, Cian and Colm talk about Galway's win over Dublin and them setting up a Leinster final clash against Kilkenny listen

Episode 64 - Steamers on the Corrib & Search and Rescue Tragedy

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 25, 2022 | 29:19

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of steamers and boats on the Corrib. listen

Episode 55 - Conor Kearns & John Caulfield & Alan Murphy & A. Trill & V. Faherty

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, May 25, 2022 | 32:25

In this week's episode Galway United goalkeeper Conor Kearns and manager John Caulfield are interviewed ahead of Friday's eagerly anticipated SSE Airtricity League first division encounter against Cork City. listen

Episode 72 - Galway look to book Leinster Final spot & Mayo go for Ring glory

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, May 19, 2022 | 66:29

Cian and Colm were joined by Christy O'Connor again this week to talk all things hurling and look at Galway's clash with Dublin in the Leinster Hurling championship and Mayo's Christy Ring Cup final. listen

Episode 63 - Tearing down Statues & The Battle at Maam Cross

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 18, 2022 | 27:00

In this episode, Tom looking at the tearing down of a statue of a landlord in ireland 100 years ago. listen

Episode 54 - John Caulfield & A Murphy & N Connolly & W. Grant/D. Lydon & T Knight

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, May 18, 2022 | 36:15

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed about the SSE Airtricity League. listen

Episode 71 - Galway face Laois and Mayo look for Christy Ring Cup Final

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, May 12, 2022 | 42:56

Respected hurling author and coach Christy O'Connor discusses Galway's Leinster SHC clash against Laois. listen

Episode 70 - Galway book final spot & Mayo and Galway Ladies to face off

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, May 11, 2022 | 37:52

Colm and Cian reflect on Galway's emphatic Connacht SFC win over Leitrim with reaction from Padraic Joyce and Cillian McDaid. listen

Episode 62 - Terror in Galway & Tuam Raided By The Tans

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 11, 2022 | 27:42

In this episode, Tom is looking at the death of men in Galway at the hands of the Black and Tans on the 100 year anniversary of the murders. listen

Episode 53 - John Caulfield & Alan Murphy & Stuart Donoghue & Philip McDonagh

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, May 11, 2022 | 26:47

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed ahead of Friday's away SSE Airtricity League first division clash against Wexford FC. listen

Episode 69 - John O'Mahony looks back on Galway and Leitrim days.

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, May 5, 2022 | 36:35

Galway are facing Leitrim in the Connacht Senior Football Championship Semi-Final this weekend. listen

Episode 68: Galway take down the Cats in Salthill

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, May 4, 2022 | 34:26

In this hurling focused episode of the Advertiser GAA podcast respected hurling author and coach Christy O'Connor reflects on Galway's Leinster SHC win over Kilkenny at Pearse Stadium. listen

Episode 52 - David Hurley & John Caulfield & Julie-Ann Russell & Alan Murphy & Benny Fahy

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, May 4, 2022 | 49:16

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield talks about an encouraging weekend in the SSE Airtricity League. listen

Episode 61 - Digital in Galway & The Sacking of Clifden Part 2

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 4, 2022 | 31:58

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Digital, the computer factory set up in Galway in the 80's. listen

Episode-67 : Galway welcome the Cats

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, April 28, 2022 | 40:58

In this episode of the Advertiser GAA podcast, respected hurling coach and analyst, Christy O'Connor, joins Colm Gannon and Cian O'Connell to listen

Episode 66 - Galway 'bate' Mayo

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, April 27, 2022 | 51:35

In this episode of the Advertiser's GAA podcast John Casey, Colm Gannon, and Cian O'Connell reflect on Sunday's Connacht SFC win for Galway over Mayo. listen

Episode 60 - The Galway Youth Orchestra & The Sacking of Clifden

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 27, 2022 | 24:46

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Galway Youth Orchestra. listen

Episode 51 - Conor McCormack & John Caulfield & Shane Cox & Gerry Daly

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, April 27, 2022 | 49:16

In this week's podcast former Galway United star Gerry Daly reflects on his career. listen

Episode 65 - Will Galway beat Mayo?

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, April 21, 2022 | 34:28

In this episode, Cian and Colm are joined by former Mayo footballer and Advertiser GAA columnist John Casey to look ahead to the Connacht Senior Football Championship clash between Mayo and Galway on Sunday. listen

Episode 64 - Making sense of the chaos

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, April 20, 2022 | 36:54

Respected hurling coach and author Christy O'Connor reflects on Saturday's Leinster SHC opener between Wexford and Galway. listen

Episode 59 - Higgins Garage & The Execution of Thomas Whelan

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 20, 2022 | 26:12

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history Higgins garage and car sellers. listen

Episode 50 - John Caulfield & Ricky O'Flaherty & Alan Murphy & Emmett Hartigan

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, April 19, 2022 | 41:02

In this week's episode Ricky O'Flaherty reflects on his sporting career. listen

Episode 63 - Hurling championship throw in with Christy O'Connor

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, April 15, 2022 | 42:45

In this week's episode coach, analyst, and hurling author Christy O'Connor discusses the Leinster and Munster Championships which commence at the weekend. listen

Episode 58 - The Sacre Coeur & The final part of James Joyce and Nora

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 13, 2022 | 28:41

In this episode, Tom is looking at the Sacre Coeur hotel in salthill, run by the Dunleavy family. listen

Episode 49 - John Caulfield & Julian Canny & Kenny Keady & Franny Fallon & Alan Murphy

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, April 13, 2022 | 39:20

Episode 49 listen

Episode 62 -At the match and league final review show

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, April 8, 2022 |

In this weeks episode Cian and Colm braved the elements in Bekan to take in the Mayo v Galway Connacht u20 championship match on Wednesday night. listen

Episode 57 - Woolworths in Galway & James Joyce and Paul Leon

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 6, 2022 | 29:14

In this episode, Tom is looking at when Woolworths came to Galway. Ronnie is still looking at James Joyce and his friendship with Paul Leon. listen

Episode 48 - Conor Kearns & John Caulfield & Alan Murphy & Victor Collins & Craughwell

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, April 6, 2022 | 52:28

EPISODE 48 listen

Episode 61 - Mayo and Galway go for league final glory

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, April 1, 2022 | 62:22

In this episode of the Advertiser's GAA podcast Colm Gannon and Cian O'Connell discuss Sunday's Allianz Football League Finals at Croke Park. listen

Episode 56 - Church Lane & More of James Joyce

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 29:36

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Church Lane in Galway. Ronnie is still looking at James Joyce but primarily at his children and their partners. listen

Episode 47 - Caulfield & McGrath & Naughton & O'Connor & Murphy

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 55:31

In this week's episode Galway United boss John Caulfield looks ahead to Friday's SSE Airtricity League First Division encounter againstmCobh Ramblers at Eamonn Deacy Park. listen

Episode 55 - Nora by Nuala O'Connor

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 23, 2022 | 45:39

In this special episode Ronnie and Tom have both been reading Nora, a new book from Nuala O'Connor about the life of Nora Barnacle and her love story with James Joyce. listen

Episode 46 - K Brouder, J Caulfield, L Fallon, M Devlin, A Murphy, W Grant

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, March 22, 2022 | 59:17

In this week's episode former Galway United coach Lisa Fallon talks listen

Episode 54 - Refugees Arrive In Galway & Lady Gregory

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, March 15, 2022 | 34:48

In this episode, Tom is looking at the first refugees who arrived in Galway during the Second World War. Ronnie is still looking at the abbey players tour of the United States and Lady Gregory's brief holiday romance. listen

Episode 45 - Colin Fortune & Alan Murphy & Lisa McCaffrey & Ger Ryan

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, March 15, 2022 | 35:56

In this week's episode Galway United assistant manager Colin Fortune discusses the SSE Airtricity League. listen

Episode 59: Massive weekend for Mayo and Galway

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, March 11, 2022 | 49:38

It's coming to crunch time in the National Football League this weekend across all the divisions. listen

Episode 53 - The First Freeman of Galway & The Playboy Theatre Tour.

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, March 8, 2022 | 29:24

In this episode, Tom is still looking at the first person named Freeman of Galway, former president Douglas Hyde and on International women's day they talk about the two women being named freemen of Galway today, Patricia Burke Brogan and Ena McEntee listen

Episode 44 -Conor O'Keeffe,John Caulfield,Tommy Shields,Alan Murphy,Vinny Faherty

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, March 8, 2022 | 29:55

In this week's episode Galway United defender Conor O'Keeffe and manager John Caulfield discuss an eventful opening to the SSE Airtricity League. listen

Episode 58 - Weekend Review Show

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Monday, March 7, 2022 | 28:00

It was a second defeat on the bounce for the Galway hurlers this weekend, but there were far more important things to think about for them this weekend. listen

Episode 57 - Mayo captain Stephen Coen & Mayo teams league starts

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, March 4, 2022 | 28:09

In this episode of the podcast Cian and Colm talk about Mayo's form in the National Football League. listen

Episode 56 - Galway teams league previews & Camogie finals on the double

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, March 3, 2022 | 31:08

In this weeks Galway focused Advertiser GAA Podcast - Cian and Colm look ahead to another hectic weekend on the GAA scene. listen

Episode 52 - The Penny Dinners Committee & Athenry Smallpox Outbreak

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, March 3, 2022 | 27:46

In this episode, Tom is still looking a charity theatre group called The Penny Dinners Committee from the 1920's. Ronnie thought he was finished with the smallpox outbreak in Athenry last week but came across some new information in the past few days. listen

Episode 43 -Caulfield & Alan Murphy & Joe Keating & Mike Rafferty & Johnny Glynn & Alana Moran

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, March 1, 2022 | 49:12

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield reflects on Friday's away SSE Airtricity League first division win away to Cork City and previews the upcoming home clash against Waterford FC. listen

Episode 42 - John Caulfield &J Canny K Keady S Connolly &Gordon Brett &Meabh deBurca

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, February 22, 2022 | 49:12

Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed ahead of Friday's eagerly anticipated SSE Airtricity League first division fixture away to Cork City at Turners Cross. listen

Episode 51 - The Claddagh Ring & End of Small Pox infestation

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, February 22, 2022 | 26:48

In this episode, Tom is still looking at the history of the Claddagh Ring. Ronnie is finishing up his series on the small pox outbreak in East Galway. listen

Episode 52: Mayo go to Dublin and Keith Higgins interview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, February 18, 2022 | 38:22

In the latest episode of the podcast Cian and Colm look ahead to Mayo's trip to Croke Park on Saturday night in round three of the National Football League. listen

Episode 51 - NUIG success and Galway face Offaly

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, February 18, 2022 | 38:08

In this episode Cian and Colm look ahead to Galway's National Football League clash with Offaly on Sunday listen

Episode 41 - Remembering Eamonn Deacy

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, February 15, 2022 | 57:26

In this week's episode Eamonn Deacy's greatness is remembered by former colleagues and friends. listen

Episode 50 - Eyre Square Cattle Fair & Smallpox Riots in East Galway.

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, February 15, 2022 | 24:30

In this episode, Tom is still looking at a photo of a farmer at Eyre Square cattle Fair in 1885. Ronnie is looking at a riot that took place during the a smallpox outbreak in East Galway. listen

Episode 50 - Sunday Review Show - Galway go two from two, Mayo Ladies win big

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Sunday, February 13, 2022 | 23:54

In this Sunday Review Show, Cian and Colm look back on the Galway hurlers Galway's win over All Ireland Champions Limerick and her from manager Henry Shefflin listen

Episode 49 - Mayo's league start and outlook

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Sunday, February 13, 2022 | 29:21

In this episode the Cian and Colm talk about the start to the league for James Horan's Mayo side. listen

Episode 48: Galway GAA; Hurlers, 3rd level action & St James history book

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, February 11, 2022 | 40:04

In this episode the lads talk about Galway's trip to Limerick in the National Hurling League on Saturday night. listen

Episode 40 - John Caulfield&Anthony O'Neil&Victor Collins&Ollie Neary&Michael Geary

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, February 8, 2022 | 47:11

In this week's episode Michael Geary reflects on his involvement in local football and the characters and players that helped to develop the game in the west. listen

Episode 49 - The History of the Guards & Small Pox in Athenry

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, February 8, 2022 | 28:08

In this episode, Tom is still looking at the history of the Guards in Galway ahead of the centenary of the police force. Ronnie is looking history of a smallpox outbreak in Athenry that lead to a big breakout in the county and the parallels between the covid 19 pandemic. listen

Episode 47 - Sunday Review Show

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Sunday, February 6, 2022 | 25:58

It was a busy weekend of action on the GAA Scene listen

Episode 46: Mayo go to Monaghan, Kilmeena & Castlebar All Ireland finals

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Saturday, February 5, 2022 | 36:43

listen

Episode 45 - Galway footballers go to Down, while hurlers welcome Offaly

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, February 4, 2022 | 27:28

In the latest episode the lads look ahead to the Galway footballers trip to Down, the hurlers league opener against Offaly and catch up with Galway GAA Chairperson, Paul Bellew listen

Episode 48 - Galway Guards & Lord Haa Haa

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, February 1, 2022 | 32:15

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Guards in Galway coming up the centenary of the police force. Ronnie is looking Galway infamous Nazi Lord Haa Haa and his childhood in Galway. listen

Episode 39 - John Caulfield & Charlie Lyons & Declan McDonnell

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, February 1, 2022 | 44:02

In this week’s episode, Mervue United’s Declan McDonnell reflects on his involvement with the club since 1960. New Galway United signing Charlie Lyons discusses joining the SSE Airtricity League outfit. United boss John Caulfield also talks about Friday’s 2-0 friendly win over St Patrick’s Athletic at Lecarrow. listen

Episode 44 - Mayo and Galway Recap

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Sunday, January 30, 2022 | 22:53

The National Football League is back and in our first Sunday league review show, Cian and Colm look back on the Mayo and Galway games they were at this weekend. listen

Episode 43 - Gordon Manning, Galway Meath Preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, January 27, 2022 | 28:58

In the latest episode Cian and Colm look ahead to Galway's National Football League campaign. They are joined by The Irish Sun GAA writer Gordon Manning to run the rule over Galway and his native county Meath who Galway will be taking on this Sunday in Salthill listen

Episode 42 - Gordon Manning & James Horan & Kilmeena & Tureen

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, January 27, 2022 | 47:00

listen

Episode 38 - Shane Doherty & Gavin Greaney & Enda Curran & Tom Kenny

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, January 25, 2022 | 34:33

Galway United's Shane Doherty, who returned to the west of Ireland last week discusses his career in the SSE Aitricity League. listen

Episode 47 - Salthill Soccer & The Clifden Railroad

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, January 25, 2022 | 30:40

In this episode, Tom is still looking at the history soccer in Galway including the founding of the Salthill Crusaders in 1940 and a special exhibition match playing in the Galway Sportsground. listen

Episode 41 - Galway win FBD, heartbreak for Naomh Anna, Leitir Móir - and more

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, January 20, 2022 | 30:30

In this episode, the guys talk Galway's FBD win, Naomh Anna, Leitir Móir heartbreak in Connacht final, NUIG progress in Sigerson Cup, Galway hurlers Walsh Cup against Dublin, St Thomas' and Salthill-Knocknacara's All Ireland semi-finals and semi-final success for Kilkerrin-Clonberne. listen

Episode 40 -Oisin stays, Tooreen for Croker &Mitchels look ahead to Semi-finals

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, January 19, 2022 | 35:11

listen

Episode 37 - John Caulfield & Francely Lomboto & Maurice Nugent & Frank O'Connell

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, January 18, 2022 | 34:33

Former Galway United player Maurice Nugent, who recently moved to London, discusses a productive stint in the SSE Airtricity League. listen

Episode 46 - More about the Bridges & Antoine Ó Raifteiri

Old Galway Diary | Monday, January 17, 2022 | 28:38

In this episode, Tom is still looking at the history of the towns bridges. Ronnie is looking at Antoine Ó Raifteiri the blind Irish poet from 1800s and his connection to Thoor Ballylee listen

Episode 39 - Mayo clubs in Connacht, Players back from injury & Kev McLoughlin

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, January 14, 2022 | 25:57

Cian and Colm are back, this time talking Mayo football. The look back on Kilmeena's Connacht junior final win, Knockmore's loss in the senior final, Players coming back for the Mayo senior team and hear from Kevin McLoughlin. listen

Episode 38 - Henry arrives in Galway, FBD final and clubs finals

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, January 12, 2022 | 25:53

In this episode Cian and Colm talk hurling. Henry Shefflin had his first game in charge of the Galway senior hurlers last weekend. Cian looks back on it and what we learned. The lads also look back on the FBD meeting between Galway and Mayo and ahead to Naomh Anna Leitir Móir's, Connacht Intermediate Football Final. listen

Episode 36 - John Caulfield & Colm and Cian & Alex Murphy & Don O'Riordan

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, January 12, 2022 | 28:55

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed about returning to pre-season training and the new signings recently made by the club. listen

Episode 45 - O'Briens Bridge & Annaghdown Tragedy

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, January 11, 2022 | 28:58

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the O'Brien bridge. Ronnie is looking back at the Annaghdown drowning tragedy when 20 people were drowned in 1828 listen

Episode 36 - John Caulfield & Colm and Cian & Alex Murphy & Don O'Riordan

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, January 11, 2022 | 29:55

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed about returning to pre-season training and the new signings recently made by the club. listen

Episode 37 - Mayo and Galway in the dome

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Saturday, January 8, 2022 | 23:02

In this episode Cian and Colm are back in the dome as Galway and Mayo face off in the FBD League. We also hear from John Casey on what he thought of the game and from the respective managers listen

Episode 36 - Domes, Football & More

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, January 5, 2022 | 43:37

Football is back and this week Cian and Colm went to the Connacht GAA Air Dome to see the first senior inter-county game in the venue. They caught up with Connacht GAA Secretary, John Prenty, to speak about the dome. They were also joined by Irish Sun GAA writer Jason Byrne to look ahead to the new season. listen

Episode 44 - Nollaig na mBan & Archaeological & Historical Society

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, January 4, 2022 | 35:21

In this episode, Tom discuss's the tradition of Nollaig na mBan in ireland while Ronnie is talking about what he learned from the latest edition of Journal of the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society. He also talks about the history of that very society. listen

Episode 43 - Christmas time in Galway & Irish Theatre

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, December 21, 2021 | 31:12

In this episode, Tom and Ronnie talk about Christmas time in Galway and the Irish Theatre. listen

Episode 42 - The Christmas Market & Ballynahinch For Sale

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 15, 2021 | 31:24

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Christmas Market in Galway. listen

Episode 35 - John Byrne & William Grant & Alan Murphy

Cian on Sport | Monday, December 13, 2021 | 59:55

In this week's episode John Byrne reflects on his long involvement in the game at local and national level. listen

Episode 34 - St Thomas champions in Galway again and Connacht Club action

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, December 10, 2021 | 30:33

This week Cian and Colm look back on the Galway senior hurling final and ahead to the Connacht GAA Club action this weekend. listen

Episode 33 - Championship draws and club championship action

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, December 9, 2021 | 30:01

In this weeks episode, Cian and Colm look ahead to Mayo and Galway clashes coming up next year after the championship draw. They also look ahead to the action int the Connacht Club football and hurling championships this weekend. listen

Episode 41 - The Galway Post Office & Mary Martin

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, December 9, 2021 | 28:07

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Post office in Galway. Ronnie is looking at the life of Mary Martin. listen

Episode 34 - Conor McCormack & John Clery

Cian on Sport | Monday, December 6, 2021 | 1:11:08

In this week's episode John Clery, former Galway FA chairman and Oscar Traynor Cup winner in 1971, reflects on his involvement in football Corribside. listen

Episode 40 - The Mon & Maria Edgeworths Trip To Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 1, 2021 | 31:34

In this episode, Tom is looking at the 'The Mon', the school that used to be in Bridge Street Galway. Ronnie is looking at famous author's Maria Edgeworth trip to Galway and a short stay in Ballynahinch Castle. listen

Episode 33 - Micheal O'Connor & Conor Brann & Dennis Lydon

Cian on Sport | Monday, November 29, 2021 | 58:23

In this week's episode Michael O'Connor, who has given distinguished service to Galway football for decades, reflects on his involvement as a player and coach. listen

Episode 32 - John Caulfield & Mike Cubbard & Eoin Dolan

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, November 23, 2021 | 42:33

In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield discusses the off SSE Airtricity League season challenges. listen

Episode 39 - The Hardiman & The Final Chapter Of The Martin Divorce

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, November 23, 2021 | 28:04

In this episode, Tom has some photos of the Brown Doorway thats currently in Eyre Square. Ronnie is looking the big divorce trial that took place between Richard Martin and his wife Eliza just after the French revolution. listen

Episode 32 - A look back on the Mayo Football Championship games.

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Tuesday, November 23, 2021 | 34:06

In this weeks episode we look back on the Mayo GAA football finals last weekend. listen

Episode 31 - A look back at the Galway finals & Eoin Finnerty

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, November 18, 2021 | 32:19

It was football final weekend in Galway GAA & Cian was out and about at the games, and also caught up with Mountbellew-Moylough joint captain Eoin Finnerty. listen

Episode 30 - Looking ahead at the Mayo finals

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, November 18, 2021 | 29:07

It's episode 30 of the Advertiser GAA Podcast, in this episode Cian and Colm look ahead to the Mayo GAA SFC, IFC and JFC finals taking place this weekend. listen

Episode 31 - Brendan O'Connor & Phil Trill

Cian on Sport | Thursday, November 18, 2021 | 36:29

In this week's episode Galway United U19 and Maree-Oranmore manager Brendan O'Connor talks about the improvement in local football. listen

Episode 38 - The Browne Doorway & Richard Martins Divorce Trial

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, November 18, 2021 | 24:28

Episode 28 - Mayo latest, Football recap and Hurling precap

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Saturday, November 13, 2021 | 31:40

In this episode, Cian and Colm look back at the stories making the news on the Mayo GAA scene this week and back on last weekends football semi-finals as well as ahead to the hurling final listen

Episode 29 - Galway Latest and Final preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, November 12, 2021 | 31:12

It's football final weekend in Galway and Cian and Colm look ahead to all the big games coming up across the grades. listen

Episode 37 - Father Griffin Remembered & More Eliza Martin Affairs

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, November 9, 2021 | 28:06

In this episode, Tom looks at some photos of the memorials for Father Griffin as well as discussing the murder itself. Ronnie is looking at the more of the affairs of Eliza Martin. listen

Episode 30 - Xavi Vazquez & Phil Trill and Hannah Walsh

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, November 9, 2021 | 1:03:00

In this week's episode: listen

Episode 27 - Mayo Semi Final Preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, November 4, 2021 | 43:35

It's semi-final weekend in the Mayo football championships. John Casey joins Cian and Colm to look at the senior action and the lads also look ahead to the other games in the intermediate and junior championships. listen

Episode 26 - Galway SFC Semi-Final review

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, November 3, 2021 | 24:37

There are just two left standing in the Galway Senior Football Championship after last weekends semi-finals. Cian and Colm look back on all the action in both the senior and intermediate championships. listen

Episode 29- Vinny Faherty & Julian Canny, Gary Traynor & Jason Murphy & Mike Corbett

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, November 3, 2021 | 1:03:00

In this week's episode: listen

Episode 36 - Persse's Distillery & Wolfe Tone & Richard Martins Wife

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 3, 2021 | 31:11

In this episode, Tom looks at some photos of Persse's Dilstilery in Nuns Island. While Ronnie is talking about a play put on in Galway in 1783 that's audience featured two of Ireland's most prominent historical figures listen

Episode 25 - Galway SFC Semi Final Preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, October 27, 2021 | 28:40

It's semi-final weekend in the Galway GAA SFC coming up. Cian and Colm look ahead to the games and try to pick the winners. listen

Episode 24 - Andy Moran

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, October 27, 2021 | 41:12

In this episode Cian & Colm are joined by Andy Moran ahead of the launch of his new book. They also look back on a hectic weekend in the Mayo GAA Club Championships. listen

Episode 35 - Salthill Hot Spots & The Haunting of An Taibhdhearc

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, October 26, 2021 | 28:12

In this episode, Tom looks at some old Salthill Hot Spots. While Ronnie was reminded of a local ghost story. listen

Episode 28 - Fallon & Neary & Vazquez & Johnny Glynn and Sean McGlynn

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, October 26, 2021 | 33:57

In this week's episode Galway United head of academy Johnny Glynn and the Galway FA's Seán McGlynn explain the collaboration agreed by both parties to help develop talent in the west of Ireland. listen

Episode 23 - Galway Quarter Final Review

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, October 21, 2021 | 30:45

Galway GAA Football Championships Quarter Finals Review Show listen

Episode 22 - Mayo Round 3 Review & Quarter - Final Preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, October 21, 2021 | 32:17

Mayo GAA Football Championships round three review and quarter-final preview listen

Episode 27 - Gary Boylan & Martin Devlin & Dave Connell & Tom Trill

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, October 19, 2021 | 44:20

In this week's episode Galway FA chairman Tom Trill discusses an underage link up with Galway United, while also outlining a number of incidents that have taken place since the start of the season. listen

Episode 34 - Claddagh Fish Sellers & Mr Tuke's Fund

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, October 19, 2021 | 31:14

In this episode, Tom looks at the old fish sellers market down by the Spanish arch in Galway. Ronnie returns to Irish immigration and how it was funded. listen

Episode 26 - Mark Herrick & Timmy Molloy

Cian on Sport | Thursday, October 14, 2021 | 39:19

In this week's episode Salthill Devon midfielder Timmy Molloy talks about returning to his home club following a productive stint in the SSE Airtricity League with UCD and Galway United. listen

Episode 21 - Galway Senior and Intermediate football Quarters

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, October 14, 2021 | 30:10

It's quarter finals weekend in the Galway Senior and Intermediate Football Championship - Cian and Colm look ahead to a mouthwatering weekend of football around the county listen

Episode 20 - Round Three of Mayo Senior and Intermediate Football

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, October 14, 2021 | 25:09

In this episode Cian and Colm look over a huge weekend of action in round three of the Mayo GAA Senior and Intermediate Football Championship. listen

Episode 33 - Moons Corner & Irish Immigration

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, October 12, 2021 | 26:42

In this episode, Tom looks at Moons Corner, where Brown Thomas is now, Tom looks at the history of the big department store. Ronnie returns to Irish immigration to America particularly the group who ended up in St Paul, Minnesota. listen

Episode 19 - Final Round of the Galway SFC Recap

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, October 7, 2021 | 20:08

The last round of group games in the Galway GAA SFC took place last weekend. We now know the last eight teams left in the competition and the quarter-final pairings. Cian and Colm look back on a weekend of tight action in the championship. listen

Episode 18 - Round 2 Mayo Football Recap

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, October 7, 2021 | 24:48

It was round two of the Mayo GAA Football Championships last weekend. listen

Episode 32 - History of St Micheal GAA club & Irish Immigration

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, October 5, 2021 | 26:02

In this episode, Tom looks at the great history of St Micheals GAA club from Shantalla. Ronnie is looking at Irish immigration to America again particularly the group who ended up in St Paul, Minnesota. listen

Episode 25 - Stephen Lally & Meabh De Burca & Gary Fitzgerald

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, October 5, 2021 | 54:56

This week's episode focuses on Galway WFC's FAI Cup semi-final away to Shelbourne at Tolka Park. listen

Episode 17 - Galway Football Final Round Recap

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, September 30, 2021 | 25:31

It's the final round of action in the Galway GAA Senior Football Championship. With everything to play for Cian and Colm look ahead to what promises to be a thrilling week of football in Galway listen

Episode 16 - First Round Mayo Football Recap

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, September 30, 2021 | 30:10

In this episode Cian and Colm look back on the first round of action in the Mayo GAA Senior, Intermediate and Junior Football Championships. The also preview all the action in round two of the senior championship this weekend. listen

Episode 31 - Augustus John in Galway & Irish Immigrants in America

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 29, 2021 | 28:34

In this episode, Tom looks at Augustus John's visit to Galway ahead of the Galway Cartoon Festival where his great Galway image will be displayed. Ronnie is looking at Irish immigration to America and talks about his trip to the tenement museum in New York. listen

Episode 24 - Savannah McCarthy & Mikie Rowe & David Daly

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, September 28, 2021 | 54:56

In this week's episode Republic of Ireland international Savannah McCarthy discusses Galway WFC's campaign in the Women National League (WNL). listen

Episode 15 - Round Two Galway SFC review

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, September 24, 2021 | 30:47

Things are moving fast in the Galway GAA Senior Football Championship, with two rounds down there is still plenty to play for in round three - Cian and Colm look back on the round two action from last weekend and plot an island adventure. listen

Episode 14 - first round of Mayo Senior Football Championship

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, September 24, 2021 | 30:47

It's all back to the local scene in Mayo after their drive to the All Ireland final, in this epsiode Cian and Colm look over the first round of action in the Mayo GAA Senior Football Championship which will be taking place this weekend. listen

Episode 30 - The Galway Industrial School & Irish In America

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 22, 2021 | 32:39

In this episode, Tom looks at the industrial school in salthill on its 150th anniversary. Ronnie is looking at the Irish immigrants who fought in the American civil war with a cameo from Charles Dickens. listen

Episode 23 - Conor Kearns & Johnny Glynn & Damien Gormley & Phil Trill

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, September 21, 2021 | 50:52

In this week's episode Galway United goalkeeper Conor Kearns discusses his career in the SSE Airtricity League. listen

Episode 13 - Galway SFC preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Tuesday, September 21, 2021 | 28:18

In the latest episode of the Advertiser's GAA podcast Colm and Cian preview the weekend's Galway SFC action. listen

Episode 12 - All Ireland Final Review

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Tuesday, September 21, 2021 | 32:38

In this weeks episode, Cian and Colm pick over another All Ireland final loss for Mayo. They look at where the game was won and lost. listen

Episode 21 - Luke Dennison & Derek Rogers & Becky Walsh

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, September 14, 2021 | 31:48

In this week’s episode, Galway United’s American goalkeeper Luke Dennison reflects on a dramatic week in his career. listen

Episode 29 - The Galway Market & Irish Immigration

Old Galway Diary | Monday, September 13, 2021 | 27:48

In this episode, Tom looks back at the history of the Galway Market, while Ronnie is looking at the sad history of Irish immigration. listen

Episode 28 - Camogie & Sinking of the PS Connaught

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 8, 2021 | 24:06

In this episode, Tom looks at a photo of one of the great Galway Camogie teams of the past ahead of this weekends all Ireland final. Including a great bit of trivia about the only all Ireland final held outside of Dublin. Ronnie is looking at the sinking of the great PS Connacht. listen

Episode 20 - Lisa Fallon/David Hurley & Chris Horgan & Chloe Singleton & Shane Keogh

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, September 7, 2021 | 23:01

In this week's episode Chris Horgan reflects on his stint with Galway United, while Galway WFC's Chloe Singleton discusses Saturday's crucial FAI Cup quarter-final win over DLR Waves. listen

Episode 11 - All Ireland Final Preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Monday, September 6, 2021 | 41:26

In this edition of the Advertiser GAA Podcast, Cian and Colm look ahead to next weeks's All Ireland final now that Mayo's opponents are known following Tyrone's win over Kerry last weekend in Croke Park. They talk about Tyrone, what Mayo will have to bring to the game and about where they see the game being potentially won and lost. listen

Episode 10 - Mayo/Tyrone preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, September 3, 2021 | 31:36

Episode 9 - Galway SFC preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, September 1, 2021 | 35:44

In this week’s episode Cian O’Connell and Colm Gannon preview the Galway SFC which commences this weekend. listen

Episode 27 - The Dredging of the Docks & Daly's PR Machine

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, August 31, 2021 | 22:32

In this episode, Tom looks at a photo of the dredging of the docks from 1963 and Ronnie is back looking at Father Daly and the poems and songs written in his name. listen

Episode 19 - Stephen Folan & Marc Ludden & Stephen Moran & John Sullivan

Cian on Sport | Monday, August 30, 2021 | 55:54

In this week's episode Galway WFC chairman Stephen Moran discusses the appointment of Ruth Fahy and how his father was involved in bringing League of Ireland football Corribside with Galway Rovers. listen

Episode 8 - Ticket Talk & Club Preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, August 27, 2021 | 30:03

In this week's episode Cian and Colm discuss the All Ireland SFC and how ticket talk is dominanting the agenda in Mayo. listen

Episode 26 - Back to School & Frank O'Connor in Galway

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, August 26, 2021 | 29:38

In this episode, Tom looks at an old back to school photo taken outside Scoil Fhursa. Ronnie is looking at a book set in Galway by Frank O'Connor. The two lads then discuss the banning of books in Ireland. listen

Episode 18 - Ollie Neary & Stephen Lally & Joe Keating & Gerry Carroll

Cian on Sport | Monday, August 23, 2021 | 55:57

In this week's episode former Mervue and Galway United midfielder Ollie Neary reflects on his career. listen

Episode 25 - Galway Swimming & The End of the (Galway) Line

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 18, 2021 | 27:51

In this episode, Tom looks back at how some of Galway swim clubs were founded and looks at the more successful swimmers from that era. Ronnie finishes his series on the Galway Line. listen

Episode 7 - Mayo Semi Final Glory & Galway U20 and Minor Previews

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, August 18, 2021 | 51:16

In this weeks Advertiser GAA Podcast, Cian and Colm look back on Mayo's win over Dublin last Saturday night in Croke Park. They are also joined by John Casey to talk about where the game was won for Mayo and the other big talking points. listen

Episode 17 - Conor O'Keeffe & David Snow & Pat Spellman & Lynsey Mckey

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, August 17, 2021 | 38:36

In this week's episode Galway United supporter David Snow talks about his imminent journey from Boston to Lissywollen to watch John Caulfield's team play against Athlone Town. listen

Episode 6

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Thursday, August 12, 2021 | 1:08:09

In this weeks Advertiser GAA Podcast, Cian O'Connell and Colm Gannon are joined by Mayo Advertiser columnist and former Mayo player John Casey to look ahead to Saturday's All Ireland semi-final between Mayo and Dublin listen

Episode 24 - The Galway Fire of 1971 & Fr Peter Daly

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, August 12, 2021 | 27:30

In this episode, Tom looks back at the great fire that roared through Galway in 1971 on its 50th anniversary. Ronnie looks at Father Peter Daly, a real Galway character. listen

Episode 16 - Terry Flaherty & Emma Starr & Nigel Keady

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, August 10, 2021 | 1:06:40

In this week's episode Mervue United's Terry Flaherty discusses the work being carried out by the progressive club on and off the field of play. listen

Episode 5

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Monday, August 9, 2021 | 44:26

In this weeks Advertiser GAA Podcast - Cian and Colm look ahead to next weekends All Ireland senior football semi-finals. listen

Episode 23 - Taffes & A Galway Delegation goes to London

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 4, 2021 | 22:35

In this episode, Tom looks at a photo of the iconic Taffes shop on shop street. Ronnie looks at the a Galway delegation sent to London hoping to get funding for Galway harbour. listen

Episode 15 - Jonathan Corbett & Joey Malone & William Grant & Diarmuid Ó Céide

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, August 3, 2021 | 48:40

In this week's episode Galway United board member Jonathan Corbett discusses the challenges of running a club in the SSE Airtricity League. listen

Episode 4 - Derek Walsh & James Horan + Padraic Joyce & Gerry Fahy

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Saturday, July 31, 2021 | 1:18:26

In this week's action packed episode Cian O'Connell and Colm Gannon listen

Episode 14 - Olly Rafferty, Jimmy Jennings & PJ Norman & Ruth Fahy & Ronan Coleman

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 1:09:29

In this week's episode Corrib Rangers chairman Olly Rafferty and new manager Jimmy Jennings discuss the upcoming junior season. listen

Episode 22 - Race Week & an unsolved murder in Galway

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | 23:11

In this episode, Tom looks at the great history of the Galway Races from 1869 to now. Ronnie a suspicious murder that took place in Galway years ago. listen

Episode 3 - Connacht SFC Preview & Jason Byrne & Galway Waterford Preview

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Friday, July 23, 2021 | 51:07

In this week's episode Sunday's Connacht SFC Final between Galway and Mayo is previewed. listen

Episode 21 - Hurling & James Joyce's holiday to Galway

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 21, 2021 | 22:18

In this episode, Tom looks the Galway minor hurling team from the 1941 who lost to cork in the all Ireland final. Ronnie is looking back and James Joyce trip to Galway when he was moonlighting as a journalist for an Italian newspaper. listen

Episode 13 - Maurice Nugent & Seamie Crowe & Tom Lally & Tom Trill

Cian on Sport | Monday, July 19, 2021 | 45:41

In this week's episode Athenry manager Seamie Crowe talks about their recent success and his career which included a spell with Wolverhampton Wanderers. listen

Episode 2 - James Horan & U20's Connacht Semi-Final Coverage & Maurice Sheridan

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, July 14, 2021 | 39:58

This weeks episode Cian and Colm report from the Connacht U20 semi-final final and react to the news that senior final will be moved to Croke park. Colm also chats to Maurice Sheridan about his reaction to the u20s game. listen

Episode 20 - Salthill in the 50's & Clare Sheridan return to Galway

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 13, 2021 | 21:53

In this episode, Tom looks at the changing face of Salthill from the 1950's. Ronnie is finishing up his series on Clare Sheridan, in the final chapter of her life she retired to Galway and lived happily with family. listen

Episode 12 - Conor McCormack & John Russell & Noel Connolly & Anthony O'Neil

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, July 13, 2021 | 46:23

In this week's episode Moycullen native John Russell, who is now Sligo Rovers' assistant manager discusses his interesting career. listen

Episode 19 - Druid Theatre & Clare Sheridan and Charlie Chaplin

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 7, 2021 | 26:15

In this episode, Tom looks at the birth of 'Druid Theatre' 46 years ago. Ronnie is still looking at Clare Sheridan and this time explores one of her more famous dalliances. listen

Episode 1 - John Casey & Ryan O’Donoghue & Gerry Fahy & Michael Moyles

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Tuesday, July 6, 2021 | 50:24

In this week's episode John Casey talks to Cian O'Connell and Colm Gannon about the Connacht Senior Football Championship. The former Mayo forward reflects on Galway's win over Roscommon and discusses next Sunday's McHale Park clash when the green and red face Leitrim. listen

Episode 11 - Lisa Fallon & Cian Murphy & Darrel Finn & Xavi Vazquez

Cian on Sport | Monday, July 5, 2021 | 59:09

In this week's episode Galway United head coach Lisa Fallon reflects on the SSE Airtricity League First Division season. listen

Episode 18 - Currach Races & Clare Sheridans Trip to Russia

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | 17:44

In this episode, Tom looks at the Currach Races that used to take place in salthill. Ronnie is looking again at Clare Sheridan, and her wild trip to Russia. listen

Episode 10 - Séamus Conneely & Brendan O'Connor & Dennis Lydon and Enda Curran

Cian on Sport | Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | 42:27

In this week's episode Accrington Stanley's Séamus Conneely reflects on his interesting career. listen

Episode 17 - Galway Buskers & Clare Sheridan's Statue

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, June 22, 2021 | 29:32

In this episode, Tom looks at the great tradition of busking of in Galway throughout the years and some of the memorable characters involved. Ronnie is looking again at Clare Sheridan, who's Madonna statue was not as well received as she would have liked. listen

Episode 09 - Aaron Connolly & Julie Ann Russell & J. Glynn & O. Neary & P. Trill

Cian on Sport | Monday, June 21, 2021 | 58:09

In this week's episode Republic of Ireland and Brighton & Hove Albion attacker Aaron Connolly discusses his career alongside his former Mervue United coaches Ollie Neary and Damien Brennan. listen

Episode 16 - The SS Dun Aengus & Galway Adventures in the Wild West

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 23:20

In this episode, Tom looks back at the SS Dun Aengus, the great ferry that traveled between Galway and the Aran Islands in the 1800s. Ronnie looks back at the adventures in the West of Hugh Moreton Frewen, ‘A charming if financially incompetent adventurer’. listen

Episode 8 - S. Doherty & O. Neary and G. Brett & E. Curran and W. Grant & M. Devlin

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, June 15, 2021 | 45:25

In this week's episode Shane Doherty, Ollie Neary, Gordon Brett, and Tommy Shields discuss Galway United's campaign as another dramatic Friday evening unfolded at Eamonn Deacy Park. listen

Episode 15 - Galway Newspapers & The Clifden Train/Bicycle Race

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 9, 2021 | 24:45

In this episode, Tom looks back at the great history of newspapers published in Galway county and city. Ronnie looks at a race that took place between a young man on a bicycle and the Clifden train. listen

Episode 07 - Niall Rooney & Kenny Keady & Phil Trill

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, June 8, 2021 | 38:17

In this week's episode Bearna Na Forbacha Aontaithe's Niall Rooney explains how the club continues to develop. listen

Episode 14 - The Amusements & Balfour's Gift

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 2, 2021 | 20:03

In this episode, Tom remembers the amusements in salthill and the time they were held in Fairlands. Ronnie is again looking at Arthur Balfour and his fans in Connemara. listen

Episode 06 - Vinny Faherty & Martin Horgan & Dave Daly

Cian on Sport | Monday, May 31, 2021 | 43:21

In this week's episode former Galway United striker Vinny Faherty reflects on the start of the 2021 SSE Airtricity League season. Moycullen native Faherty also talks about his career in the League of Ireland game. listen

Episode 13 - The Trial of Country Butter & The Railroad Shebeen

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 26, 2021 | 20:34

In this episode, Tom returns to a popular topic of country butter. This time looking at the trail that lead to a prison sentence and perhaps the end of the country butter. Ronnie is still on the Clifden railroad and looks at the shebeen which thrived during its construction. listen

Episode 05 - Paddy and William Grant & Julian Canny & Stephen Lally

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, May 25, 2021 | 46:27

In the fifth episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast, Cian O'Connell talks to West United stalwarts Paddy and William Grant, Galway United supporter Julian Canny and new Galway WFC manager Stephen Lally. listen

Episode 04 - Don O'Riordan & Pete Kelly

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, May 18, 2021 | 49:35

In the fourth episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast former Galway United manager Don O'Riordan reflects on his spell in charge of the Tribesmen. O'Riordan also discusses the work being carried out by progressive local outfits Merlin Woods and Moyne Villa. listen

Episode 12 - Dúidíns & More of the Connemara Railroad

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, May 18, 2021 | 26:36

In this episode, Tom looking at a photo of the staff of Hynes factory on Prospect Hill from 100 years ago. The factory was known for producing little clay pipes known as dúidíns. Ronnie is again looking out towards Clifden. He's taken an interest in the history of the Clifden railway. in this episode he looks at the roles former British prime minister Arthur Balfour and Irish political giant Parnell played in the creation of the railroad. listen

Episode 11 - Anniversary Of RIC Violence In Galway & Clifden Railroad

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 12, 2021 | 24:12

In this episode, Tom is marking the 100 year anniversary of a violent RIC attack on an innocent men in Rileys Hotel in Salthill. Ronnie is looking out towards Clifden. He has been checking out Jim Deegan's Connemara train project and looking at the history of the Clifden Railway. listen

Episode 03 - Johnny Glynn, George Guest and Tommy Shields & Tom Trill

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, May 11, 2021 | 40:11

In the third episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast Johnny Glynn, George Guest, and Tommy Shields reflect on a famous afternoon 30 years ago when Galway United claimed FAI Cup glory at Lansdowne Road on May 12, 1991. listen

Episode 02 - Justin Neary and Paul O'Brien

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, May 4, 2021 | 40:05

In the second episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast the highly regarded coach Justin Neary reflects on preparing teams at every level of the game. listen

Episode 10 - May Sundays in Menlo & Rationing in war times.

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, May 4, 2021 | 17:04

In this episode, Tom is looking back at the tradition of 'Maying in Menlo', an old summer fare that used to take place in Menlo castle. Ronnie is looking at rationing during world war 2 and a phone call from Winston Churchill to Eamon Develara that could have changed the course of Irish history. listen

Episode 09 - Salerno & Match Making in 1930s and 1940s Ireland

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 28, 2021 | 21:08

In this episode, Tom is looking towards the 60th anniversary of Salerno school in salthill and their efforts to track down alumni. Ronnie is looking at the role of the matchmaker in Ireland 30's and 40's after reading Brigid Kavanagh's memoir In My Minds Eye. listen

Episode 01 - John Caulfield, Meabh De Burca and Mayor Mike Cubbard

Cian on Sport | Tuesday, April 27, 2021 | 50:50

In the first episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast Galway United manager John Caulfield reflects on the early weeks of the SSE Airtricity League season. listen

Episode 08 - Country Butter in the Market and Roger Casement

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, April 21, 2021 | 17:26

In this episode, Tom discusses and laments the loss of country butter in The Galway market. Ronnie has been researching Roger Casement and this week looks at his failed and humiliating appeal. Ronnie also looks at the painting of the last day of trial by Sir John Lavery. The image is available to see in this weeks Galway Advertiser. listen

Episode 07 - The Claddagh Parade & Eoin MacNeill

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 13, 2021 | 24:20

In this episode, Tom discusses Claddagh Parade and Ronnie briefly returns to Roger Casement before looking at Eoin MacNeill. listen

Episode 06 - The Salthill Development Organisation & Roger Casement

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, April 8, 2021 | 23:49

In this episode, Tom discusses The Hanger Ballroom and the Salthill Development Organisation. Ronnie has been researching Roger Casement. listen

Episode 05 - William Street & de Valera's letters

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, April 1, 2021 | 18:59

In this episode, Ronnie briefly returns to Augustus John who came up last week. Tom discusses a photo of William street from 1904 and the old trams that used to connect Galway city to Salthill. Ronnie talks about Twain Island by way of Éamon de Valera and the letter he wrote his young wife while spending time on the island. listen

Episode 04 - The burning of the Sinn Fein hall, Tawin national school

Old Galway Diary | Monday, March 29, 2021 | 27:04

In this episode, Tom discusses the burning of the Sinn Fein hall by the Black and Tans 100 years ago. Tom also discusses Augustus John who was in Galway at that time as a guest of Fireball Macnamara. Augustus John has paintings of Galway hanging in the national gallery in London. Ronnie continues his talk about the Irish language school in Tawin. This week he outlines the opposition and objections to its founding. listen

Episode 03 - The tidal Pools & the Irish Language School in Tawin

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, March 18, 2021 | 22:19

In this episode, Tom discusses ‘The Pools’ in Salthill and attempts to restore them to their former glory, while Ronnie describes the role played by Sir Roger Casement in securing an Irish speaking teacher for the school in Tawin, Co. Galway. listen

Episode 02 - The Galway Jail & More from Dr Séamus Ó Beirn

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, March 11, 2021 | 19:26

In this episode, Tom discusses the jail in Galway on Nuns Island and some of its more famous guests, including Miles Joyce a man wrongfully convicted of the maamtrasna murders. Ronnie talks more about Dr Séamus Ó Beirn and how he treated tuberculosis in the west of Ireland. The finish up discussing Samuel Beckett who requested an Irish translation of Waiting for Godot from Tom years ago. listen

Episode 01 - Bowling Green & Dr Séamus Ó Beirn

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, March 4, 2021 | 16:05

In this episode Tom and Ronnie cover Bowling Green, Dr Séamus Ó Beirn, the treatment of tuberculosis in the west of Ireland, the Irish sweepstakes and Tom's dealings with the National Gallery in Ireland. listen

Old Galway Diary

The Old Galway Diary podcast is available on the Advertiser Podcasts and most recently on the Galway City Museum website on a weekly basis.

It is brought to you by two of Galway’s finest writers and storytellers, Ronnie O’Gorman and Tom Kenny. Elaborating on topics they have covered in the paper in the Galway Diary and Old Galway section, and many other aspects of Galway life and history, they bring their inimitable style to allow you relax, listen and enjoy.

Subscribe to our Advertiser Podcasts on

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, December 17, 2024 | 12:17

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 14:01

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 14:14

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 | 14:14

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 19:19

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 16:48

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 6, 2024 | 16:11

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | 12:30

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, October 24, 2024 | 14:13

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 12:51

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 |

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 2, 2024 | 13:44

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 13:38

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | 15:38

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 11, 2024 | 12:46

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 4, 2024 | 17:12

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 28, 2024 | 12:54

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 13:50

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 7, 2024 | 14:23

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 17:58

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | 16:48

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 13:28

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | 10:21

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, July 2, 2024 | 10:54

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | 19:26

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 12, 2024 |

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 5, 2024 | 16:04

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, May 14, 2024 | 12:54

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 13:00

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 30, 2024 | 9:29

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | 14:29

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | 14:56

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 9, 2024 | 12:34

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 10:34

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, March 28, 2024 | 15:58

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 20, 2024 | 10:28

Old Galway Diary | Tuesday, March 12, 2024 | 12:14

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | 10:11

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 28, 2024 | 14:44

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 21, 2024 | 12:51

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 14, 2024 | 11:14

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, February 7, 2024 | 10:27

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 31, 2024 | 14:02

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 8:55

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 17, 2024 | 12:55

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 10, 2024 | 13:16

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 9:54

Old Galway Diary | Thursday, December 21, 2023 | 9:24

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 13, 2023 | 19:48

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, December 6, 2023 | 19:48

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 29, 2023 |

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, November 22, 2023 | 21:26

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 15:38

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, October 4, 2023 | 15:02

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | 11:47

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 20, 2023 | 14:54

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 13, 2023 | 10:02

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, September 6, 2023 | 24:00

Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast | Wednesday, August 30, 2023 | 18:18

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 23, 2023 | 11:31

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 16, 2023 | 16:55

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 9, 2023 | 8:32

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, August 2, 2023 | 12:38

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 26, 2023 | 15:14

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 19, 2023 | 15:02

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 12, 2023 | 11:16

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, July 5, 2023 | 31:34

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 28, 2023 | 35:24

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 21, 2023 | 28:17

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 13:46

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | 37:00

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | 34:00

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 24, 2023 | 34:14

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 17, 2023 | 31:04

Old Galway Diary | Wednesday, May 10, 2023 | 36:39