Open Mic The Podcast

Martin Cullen, former Waterford TD and Minister, talks to Damien Tiernan about Christmas, family and the importance of being together at this time of year... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Open Mic, Dymphna Nugent spoke with local councillor John Hearne. He opened up over a cup of tea about family, community, and the changing face of Ireland. He reflects on an extraordinary life filled with challenges, triumphs, and the kindness of others. Click on the image to listen back in full, with thanks to Dovida. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waterford woman Eunice Power is one of the best known chefs in the country. The chair of the West Waterford Festival of Food, she has championed local produce and has just launched a new cookbook. She talks to Damien Tiernan about family, food, love and resilience.... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Open Mic, Jordan Norris chats to Dungarvan jockey Trevor Whelan on his incredible career that has seen him ride over 400 winners, mental resilience, loneliness of the sport and how home support continues to drive him forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith Barry, magician, mentalist, author, keynote speaker and family man tells us all about growing up in Waterford, magic tricks in school, taking to the road, Hollywood, Las Vegas and rubbing shoulders with his idols and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As part of Open Mic, Dymphna Nugent spoke with Tramore native and Bus Éireann CEO ,Stephen Kent. He reflects on his time as CEO as he prepares to step away from the role. Hailing from one of the most musical families in Waterford, he talks life, family, childhood, and how love sustains you through challenging times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the main people in the arts scene in Waterford for the past four decades talks about his life, his love of the arts and his hopes for the future. To listen back, click the image above! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Open Mic The Podcast on WLR with guest Mario Rosenstock. John chats to Mario about his life growing up and going to school in Waterford city. Moving to Dublin and going to college and from there to Glenroe and then to become the many voices of the nation on Gift Grub. He also talks about his live shows and interacting with people on stage See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Open Mic The Podcast thanks to Dovida Homecare, Waterford Wildcats and Irish basketball legend Jillian Hayes speaks to Jordan Norris on a life at the top of the game, the person behind the name and what drives her to keep going.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan speaks to Kieran Foley to reflect on ten years in the diocese and the opportunities and challenges facing the Catholic Church. To listen, click on the image above. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Open Mic Keith Dunphy, Our guest this episode is Keith Dunphy from Doyle's Street in Waterford. Hear about his time growing up as one of the corner boys and how his mothers love of theatre became his. From Rada to Hollywood and all in between plus before and after, Keith's story is one of youth, passion and a life long love of the stage in all its glory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Open Mic Jamie Beamish - Join Jamie Beamish as he chats with John Keane about growing up in Waterford, De La Salle shows, the bright lights of London's West End and the big and small screen plus the highs and lows in his life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast , with thanks to Dovida Homecare, Dymphna Nugent speaks with Senior Waterford camogie goalkeeper, Brianna O'Regan. Navigating a childhood shaped by early tragedy, Brianna is a firm believer in the power of talking through the darker times. Now an SNA in De La Salle College, she knows her experiences make her a better support for students, as well as a...

On this episode of Open Mic The Podcast , with thanks to Dovida Homecare. Damien speaks to the brilliant, award-winning and inspirational historian Julian Walton. Creator of On This Day, Julian shares stories of his childhood, his love of history, and what we can all learn from Waterford’s amazing heritage.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast , with thanks to Dovida Homecare. Maria McCann chats with acclaimed Waterford playwright Jim Nolan . He looks back on his incredible journey in theatre, the career he really wanted, and even reveals his surprising link to Kylie Minogue . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast , with thanks to Dovida Homecare, Dymphna Nugent speaks with Waterford photographer, Noel Browne. He reflects on the transformative power of love, on life behind the lens, and on rebuilding his life after Waterford Crystal.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast, with thanks to Dovida Homecare. Damien Tiernan speaks to famous satirist, Tramore-based Colm Williamson - creator of Waterford Whispers News - about his childhood, his business, his loves, social media and the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast with thanks to Dovida Homecare, Jordan Norris speaks to renowned commentator and broadcaster Kieran O'Connor about a life in sport, early beginnings, farming and agriculture and the power of sport as a community unifier which brings people together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast, Maria Mc Cann speaks to former Councillor Cha O Neill about his career in Local Politics,  his thoughts on Waterford City and the important things in life.   In a wide-ranging chat, Cha talks about The Mayor's Ball, his decision to enter Local Politics, and his experience of running a pub. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

In this week's episode of The Open Mic, Jennifer Long is talking to the ninth Marquis of Waterford, Lord Waterford, of Curraghmore Estate. In a wide-ranging chat, he talks about the upcoming All Together Now festival which will see 30,000 people descend on his estate! He also talks about his life at Curraghmore, both before and after he took on the estate in 2015 when his father died; about the ch...

On this episode of Open Mic The Podcast, John Keane speaks with Peter Fitzgerald from the Munster Bar on the Mall in Waterford up until April 2024. Hear all the stories of this great Waterford establishment, the memories, the stories, the people that visited there and the very many special guests that walked through those doors. Peter tells us all about the good times and the times that weren't as...

This week on Open Mic-The Podcast, Dymphna is rolling out the red carpet for Wayne Brown, Tony Corcoran, Brenda Giles, and Anne Corcoran Brown as we celebrate 40 years of Waterford Panto Society! From glittering costumes to unforgettable curtain calls, we're diving into the laughs, the love, and the legacy of Waterford's favourite festive tradition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Well-known retired funeral director in Waterford, John Thompson, chats with Kieran Foley and Life, Loss and Legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.