The Clonmel Podcast

Norman O'Regan..... In this episode Norman O' Regan takes us on a good old trip back to 70's, 80's and 90's Clonmel, reminiscing about some of the pubs he worked in like Mac's Tavern, The Clonmel Arms, Hotel Minella and many more, and also about his days working in Burke's Bacon and Chadwick's and of course growing up in Clonmel and trying out "Roller Disco!" Also on this episode, more scams to be...

Nadur Wellness Centre.. ....We currently are living in very strange times, some of us feeling anxious, stressed or depressed, and we now need something in our lives that can help combat this. I went along to Nadur Wellness Centre in Market Street in town to try Acupuncture, to find out from owner Annmarie McGrath how it can benefit us, especially at this time. Find out in this episode how I got on...

Episode Twenty - Declan Dunphy..... On this weeks episode Postman Declan Dunphy tells us about his love of film making from an early age, those hilarious videos, being asked to appear in a Hollywood blockbuster, martial arts and growing up in Clonmel. Also this week, jobs on offer in town from Aldi, something for the kids from The Tipperary Museum of Hidden History, a water disruption in town for...

Last Episode of the year.... It's Christmas Eve and on this last episode of the year, Christmas messages from Clonmel people living abroad to family and friends back home. We also take a look back and some of the guests I had the pleasure to talk to. Have a happy and safe Christmas, The Clonmel Podcast will return in January 2021. All episodes are available on the website www.theclonmelpodcast.com

Episode Eighteen - Tony Brosnan, Clonmel Credit Union .... On this weeks episode Tony Brosnan or "Uncle Tony" from The Clonmel Credit Union, tells us what the Credit Union was like years ago, where, when and how it started, and did he ever get a loan from there. Tony also reveals which two Liverpool stars arrived at his house in Clonmel, his love of Irish Dancing and growing up in town. We also an...

Episode Seventeen - Richie Anderson ....Coming up on this episode, Richie Anderson on growing up in Clonmel, his love of music, football and working in local radio. Also Freeman Motorcycles on their charity appeal, The winner of our Ryan Motor Power competition is announced, I take a visit to local businesses, "Name It" at The Showgrounds Shopping Centre, "Mani" restaurant in Parnell Street, "Our...

St Patrick's Well.. On this episode I take a trip to St Patrick's Well and talk to David from the St Patrick's Well Committee who gives us a history lesson on the well. Also Ina Doyle from The Clonmel Community Soup Kitchen is looking for donations coming up to Christmas, news on a new radio station for Tipperary, more scams to warn you about, new car park details and it's also competition time!!!...

St Mary's Church with George Hogg Episode.... This week we get a guided tour of the old St Mary's Church in Mary Street from George Hogg, Gerard Sweetman tells us about this years LGBT Christmas Charity Appeal, Fergal O'Keefe on a Virtual Christmas office party, more jobs opportunities in Clonmel, plus festive windows,  messages for family and friends this Christmas who can't make it home and...

The Billy Bop Episode.... Hospital Radio Presenter and well known Clonmel man Billy Bop joins me for a chat this week, we also find out why he's call "Bop" and it's not what you think???? You'll find out quite a few things about Billy during this interview. Also this week Carol Creighton from the Clonmel Borough District Office tells us what's in store for the town this Christmas, details on a vir...

The Delilah Episode ...... This week I talk to Timmy "Delilah" O'Dwyer, about growing up in Clonmel, St Mary's Choral Society and getting the name "Delilah". Also on the podcast, Jenny Brewer tells us about Zero Waste Market Place, generous Clonmel shoppers, Golden Discs, more dare I say it...Scams!!! And there's something going on at The Blueway. 

Episode 12 - Geraldine McGrath.... I talk to School Warden or "Lollipop Lady" Geraldine McGrath this week, where she tells us all about her job, Clonmel Tidy Towns and also growing up in the town. Also on the podcast this week, The Christmas Shoebox Appeal, news on a new business that has opened in town, funding for Clonmel sports clubs, more dodgy people trying to scam us and lots more.

Episode 11 - The Halloween Special..... Prepared to be scared! In this 50 minute special, listen to local Clonmel people, some of which you may know recount their own stories, and some that have been passed down to them over the years. From The Banshee, to a spooky love story and even a house in town that is still being haunted today. Also find out what it was like when I entered the Tipperary Mus...

The Schiesser's Episode..... It was one of the places to work in the 70's,80's and 90's, and now it's time to sit back, imagine the noise and smell of those machines, the blue coats, Christmas parties and summer excursions, as former supervisor Noel Fanning takes us back one last time to Schiesser Clonmel. Also of this episode, businesses that are operating under level 5 restrictions, important co...

Episode Nine - The Regal Theatre.... It's time to get the glad rags on and raise the curtain one more time as Bill Flynn takes us back down memory lane to the Regal Theatre in Clonmel.....Find out who played there, what their demands or "Riders" were, and  what singer made people queue all night to get tickets to see. Also this week, Halloween at the Tipperary Museum, an update on the new Gar...

Episode Eight...Remembering the 90's.... It's time to back to 90's Clonmel....The days of The Clonmel Arms, Brewery Bar and The Market Tavern with then resident DJ Mick O'Dowd, also this week a Skateboard Park in coming to town, The School Bikes For Africa appeal, Tipperary Museum of Hidden History, more scams to avoid and lots more.

Episode Seven - Tony Brooke .... On this weeks podcast I speak to Tipp fm presenter and drummer with Gina, Dale Haze and the Champions Tony Brooke. Also news on a record and cd fair coming to town, National Volunteer Awards 2020, Mental Health Week, an update on the Clonmel Cinema, our phone boxes in town(where are they again?) and jeans with grass stains on..you just won't believe that story!!!!...

The Tipperary Museum of Hidden History and Applefest episode... Did you win the McCauley Health and Beauty Hamper? tune in to see...Also this week, I take a trip to the Tipperary Museum of Hidden History, news on Applefest from Jenny Cox, Matt Damon in Clonmel, dodgy money in town and lots more!

Episode Five.... On this week's podcast, I get to speak to Ciara Cronin from McCauley Health and Beauty in The Poppyfields, who has also given me a fabulous Hamper to giveaway, tune in for details of winning this great prize. The winner from the Fitzgerald's Menswear competition is also announced, The Clonmel Community Soup Kitchen needs your help and Ina Doyle tells us more, plus Bike Week, an up...

Episode Four. On this weeks action packed episode.. You have a chance to win a €30 voucher from Fitzgerald's Menswear, I'll also be speaking to Eamon Griffin from the store too, David O'Brien from the CBS High School tells us what it's like being back at school with the new restrictions in place, news on the Local Property Tax, Culture Night 2020 and lots more!  

The Wildie Episode..... On this week's episode I take a trip to "The Wildie" in Clonmel with my Dad and Scruff the dog, and hear stories from my dad as to what it was like there in his day, with the train that was once steaming along the rail line, to climbing "Giants Rock" and swinging from a tree and falling into "The Swamp", this is a real trip down memory lane.... Also on this episode Pranic H...

Episode Two of The Clonmel Podcast..... Coming up on this weeks episode, news on the Clonmel cinema, The Blueway, Mark gives a call to a well known local hospital radio dj, more roadworks in town, Tipperary Clonmel Community Pride 2020, Record Store Day details, and more, including 15 year old Jamie Kavs amazing voice! Well worth a listen.

Episode one..... On this first episode Mark talks to Alison Cronin from The Alison Cronin Dance Academy in The Old Bridge about her business and moving to Clonmel when she was fourteen. Also news on a GPS activated game, which you can play outside coming to the town, a pop up music shop, how you can have your say on the new layout planned for Clonmel Town Centre and news on Matt Damon's new film b...

Before episode one gets underway, here's a quick introduction to "The Clonmel Podcast" and some information about the podcast host Mark Whelan.