The Clonmel Podcast

Kieran Lyons..... On this episode I'm joined by Kieran Lyons, who chats about growing up in Clonmel, doing the DJ circuit, the Karaoke days and being affected by the Thalidomide drug. Also this week "It Runs in the Family" comes to Raheen House Hotel and I meet up with director Edmond Ryan, news on Christmas Fairs, a Santa Run, Drag Bingo and lots more.

The Cost of Living/Housing Crisis Protest..... Last Saturday the 12th November The Clonmel Podcast went along to the Cost of Living /Housing Crisis Protest march in town and spoke to some of the people who attended.

Clonmel's Wild Geese - Tony Powell...... We take a trip to Saudi Arabia this week to chat to Tony Powell from Mary Street and Shamrock Hill. Tony tells us about growing up in their shop in Mary Street ( where McCormack’s Pharmacy is now), his school days, Froggy McGuire’s Crow and moving to Saudi. Also on this episode World Jumping Clonmel's  5th Birthday, Tipp County Council’s “Play it Again...

Dorota Onacik...... On this episode I chat to Dorota Onacik, who moved from Poland to Clonmel sixteen years ago. Dorota talks about the move, finding work, Irish food, living in a haunted house and her new Dog Grooming business called Fur-Ever Friends. Also this week Jayne Sutcliffe from The Tipperary Museum of Hidden History on their latest exhibition, Dinner Theatre comes to Raheen House, Uproar...

The Halloween Special... .At the spookiest time of the year, we bring you The Clonmel Podcast Halloween Special recorded at Marlfield Lake and St Patrick's well during a full moon in the middle on of night. Once again this year Medium Ann-Marie Slavin and nine of us take this journey around Marlfield along the lake and up and around the well..But what did we encounter?...Listen in to find out! You...

Dave Fallon....... On this episode I chat to Clonmel Poet Dave Fallon, about growing up in The Mountain Road, Clonmel Pride, his poetry and also inspiration for his work. Also this week, Paul Lucey from the soon to open Bodega 1830 Tapas and Wine Bar, last Fridays Focus Ireland Shine a Light Night under The Main Guard, road works, Halloween and lots more.

Phil Coulter..... On Sunday November 6th the legend that is Phil Coulter comes to The Talbot Hotel Clonmel, I had the pleasure to chat to Phil where he spoke about writing for Elvis, Eurovision success, Irelands Call, and what we can expect from the gig itself.  

Nuala Hickey from Hickey's Bakery ..........On this episode I popped along to Hickey's Bakery from a cup of tea and a bun and had a chat with Nuala Hickey about growing up in the bakery, where it all started, meeting King Charles and Mary Berry and those world famous Halloween Bracks. Also on this episode, Maria O'Brien tells us about a sustainability show coming to town, The Talbot Hotel's Breast...

Kate Twohig - When Next We Meet...... On this "Bite Sized" Clonmel Podcast episode I met up with Kate Twohig from When Next We Meet to find out about two exciting gigs that are coming to town.

Clonmel's Wild Geese..... .Ben Keane from Queen Street in town becomes a member of "Clonmel's Wild Geese" on the podcast this week, chatting about his time growing up in Clonmel, traveling the world working for Kentz, diving off the Convent Bridge and Clonmel Commercials. Also this week Tina D Parton tells us about Drag Bingo at Fennessy's Hotel , Eve Whelan plays The South Tipperary Arts Centre,...

Courage Muay Thai...... . On this Clonmel Podcast "Bite Sized" Episode I chat to Erik Hehir from Courage Muay Thai about their upcoming fight fundraiser at The Talbot Hotel Poppyfields this Saturday the 8th October.

Actor Paul Sheehan........ On this episode I chat to actor Paul Sheehan, who I'm touting to be the next James Bond...Paul talks about his days growing up in town, spending time in London, New York and Hong Kong, auditioning for John Wick 2 and missing out on a leading role on tv show The Blacklist. Also this week I take a trip to Retro Pub Signs and hear some very interesting Clonmel related stori...

Ross Boland..... On this episode I chat with talented local musician Ross Boland. We met up at Denis Burke Park, one of Ross's favourite places in town, where he and other musicians used to jam some years ago. Ross talks about growing up in Bianconi Drive, getting his first guitar, his love of Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan and forming his band "The Drive". Also this week news on the Harvest Festival a...

Sean Cosgrave IUNVA.... .On this episode I meet up with Sean Cosgrave from The Irish United Nations Veterans Association, where he chats about some of the work the association does, joining the Irish Army and serving abroad on peacekeeping operations. Also this week Theresia Guschlbauer on next weeks Clonmel Applefest, The Clonmel Scouts Flag Day, a Breathwork class from Nadur Wellness Centre, plu...

Mani Restaurant's 5th Birthday...... The lovely Mani Restaurant in Clonmel celebrated their 5th birthday on Monday night with gorgeous food, music and wine. I popped along to speak to some of their customers and staff. Mani are open Tuesday - Saturday from 5pm - 9pm For Bookings call 052 61 70007  or go to www.mani.ie

Catherine O'Donnell and Eve Whelan....... It's the 100th Episode of The Clonmel Podcast and I'm joined by two of my cousins.....The first is singer/songwriter Eve Whelan, with such an amazing voice, Eve has kindly allowed us to play her brand new single "Wasted Youth"(which is out today)on the podcast this week and also tells us about the single. I'm also joined by Catherine O'Donnell (cousin numb...

Mary Hand from Slievenamon Golf Club........ .On this "Bite Sized" episode I travelled a few miles outside Clonmel to Lisronagh, to Slievenamon Golf Club to find out about their exciting Mythical Legends Adventure Golf Course with Mary Hand, who not only gives us great detail about the course but also talks about some of the folklore legends too. 

Desmond Doyle - Clonmel's Wild Geese...... On this Episode, we're off to Austria with our "Clonmel's Wild Geese" feature and meet up with Desmond Doyle, who actually left Clonmel back in the late 70's, Des tells us about his love of traveling, the countries he's visited and people he met, but also about his time growing up in Pearse Park in town, Clonmel AC and McDermott's Chipper. Also this week,...

Clonmel Credit Union........ On this "Bite Sized" episode of The Clonmel Podcast, I chat to Member Services Manager Martina O'Mahony at Clonmel Credit Union, on how easy it is to open a Current Account, and how can also win €1000 by doing it...Nice! Martina also talks about the new Member Services Area, more staff and less queuing. 

Anne-Marie Slavin........... On this episode I travel just outside Clonmel to gorgeous Goatenbridge and to "Emohrou" the beautiful home of Healer and Medium Anne-Marie Slavin. Recorded in her Healing Garden, Anne-Marie talks about becoming a Medium and Healer, Spirit Guides and her workshops. Also this week I chat to members of The South Tipperary Women in Business Network, news on kids swimming t...

The World Masters Mountain Running Championships are coming to Clonmel from the 2nd -4th of September, and I caught up with Tricha Blackburn on this "Bite Sized" Episode to find out more.

Mayor Pat English....... .On this episode I made my way to the historic Town Hall to meet up with recently elected Mayor Pat English, who chats about his days growing up in Clonmel, being in the FCA, his involvement with Clonmel Scouts and what he hopes to achieve forth time round as Mayor. Also this week Laura Doyle has all the details on this years Clonmel Pride Festival, news on next week's the...

From LA to Clonmel..... On this episode I chat to Author Susan Richardson, who moved to Clonmel in the middle of Lockdown, not only that, but Susan had never been to Ireland before. Her husband Joe , who Susan met in America is from the town. Also this week the World Masters Mountain Running Championships are coming to Clonmel, Tricha Blackburn has all the details, how you could be an extra in a l...

Angela McCann Clonmel AC........... Recorded at The Blueway in Clonmel, Angela McCann is this weeks guest on the podcast, chatting about becoming a member of Clonmel AC, training for marathons, hitting the wall and what happens when you have to go to the loo during a race.....Also on this episode, Dale Greene from EZ Living Furniture on The Family Fun Day at The Poppyfields Retail Park, Clonmel TN...

Clonmel Rotary Club..... On this episode I chat to Paul Davey, President of Clonmel Rotary Club, Paul explains what the club does, previous help they offered with various charities and how you can become a member. Also this week, we have an appointment at The Nadur Wellness Hub with Annmarie McGrath, Liam Condon gives us the rundown on next weekend's Clonmel Busking Festival, The World Masters Mou...