The Old Galway Diary

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 You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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 You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, the boys discuss Christmas in Galway through their articles this week. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Christmas Market in Galway.  Ronnie talking about sale of Ballynahinch .  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Post office in Galway.  Ronnie is looking at the life of Mary Martin.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the Hardiman Hotel and its brilliant history in Eyre Square. Ronnie is finishing up his series on Richard Martin and his divorce. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looks at some photos of the memorials for Father Griffen as well as discussing the murder itself. Ronnie is looking at the more of the affairs of Eliza Martin. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looks at some old Salthill Hot Spots. While Ronnie was reminded of a local ghost story. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looks back at the history of the Galway Market, while Ronnie is looking at the sad history of Irish immigration. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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.   You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway