The Old Galway Diary

In this episode, Tom is talking about O'Flahertys garage in Lower  Salthill. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is talking about the Charles Biancno, the man who brought public transport to Ireland. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is talking 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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is talking about Galway's first engine.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is once again talking about Woodquay. William Henry has a new book out about the area so Tom has dug out a few photos about the area.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

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.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom sadly talking about Grants Barber in Galway, an institution that taught plenty of Galway Barbers. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom sadly talking about the passing of his old friend Larry Cheevers who was a legend in Galway, Dublin and Canada. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, the two lads are talking about their new book which is a collection of articles written by them both and includes many topics talked about during the podcast, sadly the sound level is not great but if you turn up your volume you should be able to hear ok. You can get the book in Kennys.ie or from the Galway Advertiser office. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on...

In this episode, the two lads are talking about Galway post boxes and the postal service in Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at well known Galway solicitor and historian Maurice Semple. Ronnie makes his return to share his memories of Maurice.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Salthill You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Galway Traffic rules and regulations. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the jet as a group celebrate their 50 years anniversary this week. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Claddagh Fish Market. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of St. Patricks Church in Galway. Ronnie is talking about Galway legend Mary Bennett and her shop The Treasure Chest. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Lydon house in Galway, a Galway institution. We also hear from Ronnie for the first time in months. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of St Pats national School in Galway City Centre. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at MacDonaghs, a legendary Galway business. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

In this episode, Tom is looking at Life Saving on the water in Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

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. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie