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The Old Galway Diary

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The Old Galway Diary podcast is brought to you by two of Galway’s finest writers and storytellers, Ronnie O’Gorman and Tom Kenny. Ronnie and Tom have been writing in The Galway Advertiser newspaper for over five decades and have amassed a wealth of knowledge of all things Galway over this period. Both wonderful storytellers, Ronnie and Tom are now available on The Galway Advertiser’s podcast series on a weekly basis. Elaborating on topics they have covered in the paper, and many other aspects of Galway life and history, they bring their inimitable style to allow you relax, listen and enjoy.

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14. okt. 2026

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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 195 - Renmore Barracks and the IRA 12.02.2025 10:12

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about the Renmore Barracks and the IRA. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 194 - Grattan Road 05.02.2025 11:54

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about the history of Grattan Road You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 193 - Connacht Laundry 29.01.2025 14:20

This week on the Podcast this week Tom is talking about Connacht Laundry. Dick is out of power due to the storm but will be back next week. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 192 - The Eglinton Canal 22.01.2025 16:08

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are looking at the time the Pope came to Galway You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 191 - The Pope in Ballybrit 15.01.2025 14:45

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 190 - Colonial Buildings 08.01.2025 15:18

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are looking at the history of the Colonial Buildings on Eglinton Street, where Brown Thomas is now. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 189 - Tigh Neachtain's 23.12.2024 12:11

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are looking at the history of Tigh Neachtains in Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 188 - Galway Christmas Markets 18.12.2024 12:17

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are looking at the orginal Galway Christmas markets You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 187 - Galway Internment Camps 11.12.2024 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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 186 - Electricity Comes To Galway 04.12.2024 14:14

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are looking at when electricity came to Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 185 - Election Posters 27.11.2024 14:39

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are looking at election posters from the past. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 184 - Jimmy Cranny 20.11.2024 19:19

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Galway Legend Jimmy Cranny who is 40 years dead this week. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 183 - University of Galway 13.11.2024 16:48

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of the University of Galway You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 182 - Franciscan Order 06.11.2024 16:11

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of the Franciscan order in Galway You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 181 - The Claddagh 30.10.2024 12:30

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of The Claddagh You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 180 - Galway Fairs and Markets 23.10.2024 14:13

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of the many fairs in Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 179 - The Jes Rowing Club 16.10.2024 12:51

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of the Jes Rowing Club You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 178 - St Enda's School 09.10.2024 14:12

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of St Enda's school. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 177 - Wooden Men and Iron Ships 02.10.2024 13:44

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Galway Harbour and the history of sailing. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 176 - UCG Rugby Team 01.10.2024 13:38

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the UCG Rugby Club who celebrate they 150th anniversary. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 175 - The Warwick Hotel 18.09.2024 15:38

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Warwick Hotel in Salthill You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 174 - Galway Bohemians Football Club 10.09.2024 12:46

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Galway Bohemians Football team You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 173 - Galway Quincentennial 04.09.2024 17:12

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Galway Quincentennial You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 172 - St Nicholas' Parochial School 28.08.2024 12:54

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about St Nicholas' Parochial School. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 172 - The Mon 21.08.2024 13:50

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Mon. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie