The Clonmel Podcast

Final Episode.... Aine O'Brien Whelan joins me on the final episode of The Clonmel Podcast chatting about growing up in the parish of Powerstown, socialising in town in the 1990's and taking up a career in hairdressing.

Paddy Doyle... On this episode I'm joined by Paddy Doyle who chats about coming to Clonmel from Dublin back in the 1960's, working in the chippy Matassa's,  but also gives us details on an upcoming fundraiser for Pascal Kavanagh.   Derek Blackweir from TUS also tells us about a free innovation camp for secondary school pupils. 

Clonmel Park Run....... On this episode you can hear how I got on when I attended The Clonmel Park Run as they celebrated their 7th birthday. I chat to some of the organisers, volunteers as well as the runners and walkers. Dean McGrath also joins me for another episode of Historic Clonmel.

Phillipa Hogan.... On this episode I chat to Phillipa Hogan on growing up in a sweet shop in town, school days, the possibility of joining the Nuns, being involved in Junior Chamber and various jobs.  I'm also joined by Gerard Sweetman who gives us all the details on this year's Clonmel Pride Festival.

Michael Kearney... On this episode I chat to chef Michael Kearney on growing up in town, getting his start in Mulcahy's, travelling the world with his work and his catering business Fire and Feast. I also chat to Eve Newlander from Stitchlander in Mary Street.

Jacinta Hewitt..... On this episode I chat to Jacinta Hewitt who talks about growing up in Connolly Park in town, play in St Stephen's Cemetery, reminiscing about the shops in Irishtown and becoming a Hairdresser. Also this week Kate Twohig and Eoin Hally have all the details on the upcoming "When Next We Meet" festival at Raheen House Hotel over the June Bank Holiday weekend.  

Helen Ormond/Lynch.... .On this episode I'm joined by Helen Ormond who chats about her days growing up in Baron Park, Clonmel, being a "Congo Baby" , socialising in town at The Savoury Club and spending ten years working for Initial on the Cashel Road. I also chat to Marie McMahon from The Tipperary Museum of Hidden History.

DJ O'Dwyer...... On this week's Clonmel Podcast I chat to DJ O'Dwyer from Healthwise gym at Ard Gaoithe Business Park. DJ not only chats about setting up the gym, but also his 30 years as a Garda, having words with Jon Bon Jovi while on security detail for Nelson Mandela and  growing up in Glenconnor . I also pop along to Tipperary ETB's open day at the Army Barracks.

Clonmel's Wild Geese - Marie Slattery..... On this episode we take a trip to Australia(via Zoom) and chat to Marie Slattery. Marie tells us why she decided to move to Aus, what life is like there for her, growing up in Giants Grave and various jobs in Clonmel. Dean McGrath also has another episode of Historic Clonmel. https://www.theclonmelpodcast.com

Willie Walsh..... On this episode I'm joined by barber Willie Walsh who talks about his business in Mitchell Street, where he's been cutting hair since 1988. Willie also reminisces about Clonmel back then, serving his time with Leo Swift and his love of Motorsport.  I also meet up with members of MIST(Malayalees in South Tipperary) to find out more about their fundraising raffle.    

John Fitzgerald.... .On this episode I chat to John Fitzgerald from Dougan Fitzgerald Auctioneers about the early days of setting up the business, getting their first sale, what Clonmel was like back then and becoming a councillor. I also talk to members of Clonmel Theatre Guild about their upcoming play "Blithe Spirit.

Billy Barrett..... On this episode I'm joined by Billy Barrett who chats about running the drapery store in Mitchell Street, playing with friends in East Lane as a child and his love or music and art. I'm also joined by 12 year old Dylan Goldbach who talks about his podcast "Little Bit of Tipp".  https://www.theclonmelpodcast.com

Clonmel's Wild Geese...... .On this episode we're heading to sunny Spain to chat to Dolores Keane about her days growing up in Clonmel, various jobs, deciding to move to Spain and what her life is like there now. I also talk to members from St Mary's Choral Society about their upcoming blockbuster show Evita. Thanks for listening, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X and on the website ...

Majella O'Neill....  On this Clonmel Podcast episode we get to listen to Majella O'Neill's story, from growing up in Clonmel, to moving to America and having various jobs including working in The Olympia Theatre in Dublin and having a spooky encounter there. Also on this episode I chat to Ina Doyle from The Clonmel Community Soup Kitchen.   https://www.theclonmelpodcast.com

Tricia Harte.... .On this episode I meet up Tricia Harte, who chats about acting and directing, being that kid in school in Ireland with the English accent(after the family moved back to Clonmel), going to the Hillview disco and various jobs including working in Xtravision....Those were the days. Also this week I pop along to Clonmel Covers at Monroe beside Moyle Rovers and talk to Managing Direct...

Kieran Cleary....... .On this episode I chat to Kieran Cleary on studying law at quite a late stage in life and becoming a Solicitor, also opening his own business, the drama of the courtroom and growing up in Clonmel. Dean McGrath also joins me for another instalment of “Historic Clonmel

Catherine O'Donoghue..... On this episode I chat to Catherine O'Donoghue who has just returned back home to Clonmel after spending over forty years living and working in America. Catherine talks about not only her time in the states, but also her days growing up in town and what she thinks of Clonmel today. Also this week I pop along to Sign Design and Print/Retro Signs in Irishtown to mee...

"Clonmel's Wild Geese". ..On this newly formatted episode I chat to Andrew Whelan who becomes a member of the "Clonmel's Wild Geese" club. Andrew who now resides in Scotland chats about moving there, wearing  a kilt, but also his days growing up in Clonmel, music and being part of Boomerang Staircase. Also this week I chat to Danny Relihan who tells us about his twin bo...

Phyllis Whelan....... On this episode I chat to Phyllis Whelan on growing up in town, working at the Oisin and Ritz Cinemas, moving to England and being involved in The Dolphin Swimming club. Also this week Claire Flanagan from Raheen House Hotel on their upcoming Wedding Showcase, news on a table quiz from Belle Voci Choir, soccer legend Ray Houghton comes to Kate Ryan's bar and lots more.  

Val O'Gorman .... On this Clonmel Bite Sized Episode I chat to Val O'Gorman about his days working in Clonmel and deciding to open Mr Mister Menwear in Cahir and Cashel.

John Shanahan.... .If you take a stroll along The Blueway in Clonmel you'll come across a house with some amazing wood carvings, they could be of The Main Guard, Christy Moore or Rachael Blackmore, in fact there's quite a few of them and on this week's Clonmel Podcast I chat to John Shanahan the man who carved them. John not only talks about the carvings, but also his days growing up i...

Susie Moran....... On this episode of The Clonmel Podcast I chat to Susie Moran about growing up in town with her childhood days on The Heywood Road, presenting a radio show on CBC and working in a haunted bookshop. I've also got news on The Presentation Secondary School's Career Day, The Clonmel Repair Cafe, The Brick Show returning to town and lots more.  https://www.theclonmelpodcast.co...

Leggs Lanigan...... On this first Clonmel Podcast of the new year I 'm Joined by Leggs Lanigan, who talks about his involvement with The Clonmel Scout Group, his love of wearing shorts, the name Leggs and growing up in town. Also on this episode I pop along to the launch of MIST(Malayees in South Tipperary) at Clonmel OG, news on some upcoming dance classes in town, a concert for Gaza, jobs an...

Christmas Special..... It's time to grab yourself a mince pie and a glass of something as we bring you The Clonmel Podcast "Christmas Special", an episode quite different from previous years, with your Christmas in Clonmel Memories, the annual "Blooper Reel", the final #WheresMeala competition winners are announced and then one more interview to bring you our Mystery Guest....

JJ Killian.... .On this episode I chat to JJ Killian who came to Clonmel in the late 60's and was stationed at Kickham Barracks, JJ talks about those days, but also his involvement setting up Flancare, working in various parts of the world and Clonmel Rugby Club. Also this week Blue Anchor Lane features on "Historic Clonmel" with Dean McGrath, a Christmas concert comes to Eldons, new...