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The Old Galway Diary

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The Old Galway Diary podcast is brought to you by two of Galway’s finest writers and storytellers, Ronnie O’Gorman and Tom Kenny. Ronnie and Tom have been writing in The Galway Advertiser newspaper for over five decades and have amassed a wealth of knowledge of all things Galway over this period. Both wonderful storytellers, Ronnie and Tom are now available on The Galway Advertiser’s podcast series on a weekly basis. Elaborating on topics they have covered in the paper, and many other aspects of Galway life and history, they bring their inimitable style to allow you relax, listen and enjoy.

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Episodes

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 266 - Kevin O'Bryne 14.10.2026 10:58

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking Kevin O'Bryne. Galway engineer and entrepreneur. Who did great work down in Africa You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 265 - Bianconi Transport 07.10.2026 12:42

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Bianconi Transport, the first system of public transport the city ever had. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 264 - Our Lady of Győr 30.09.2026 15:21

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Our Lady of Győr. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 263 - Cinemas in Galway 23.09.2026 16:47

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the old Galway Cinemas You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 262 - William Evans of Eton 02.09.2026 13:03

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about English painter William Evans trip to Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 261 - De Burgo's Mansion 26.08.2026 13:15

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about De Burgo's Mansion You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 260 - Galway Court House 18.08.2026 16:46

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of the court house in Galway You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 259 - Macnas 12.08.2026 18:44

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of Macnas art collective You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 258 - Streets of Galway 40th Anniversary 05.08.2026 15:57

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Streets of Galway Run on its 40th anniversary. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 257 - The Sword and Mace of Galway 29.07.2026 14:05

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Sword and Mace of Galway You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 256 - Lower Salthill 15.07.2026 16:25

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about lower Salthill. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 255 - Hurling 08.07.2026 13:18

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Hurling You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 254 - Our Ladys Boys Club 01.07.2026 25:20

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about Our Lady Boys Club You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 253 - Arial Photos of Bohermore and Grealishtown 24.06.2026 14:44

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about some arial photos of Galway, particularly of Bollingbrook Fort You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 252 - St Patricks Brass Band Galway 17.06.2026 16:31

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about St Patricks Brass Band Galway You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 251 - The Hangar Ballroom 10.06.2026 19:11

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Hangar Ballroom. A legendary ballroom from the past. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 250 - An Garda Síochána 03.06.2026 16:16

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the history of An Garda Síochána. Lots of the information from todays podcast comes from the book Duty: An Garda Síochána in Galway by Damien Flanagan and Maire Mannion You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser....

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 249 - The Bish 27.05.2026 13:26

This week on the Podcast Tom and Dick are talking about 'The Bish'. If you'd like more information on the The Bish reunion for gentlemen who graduated in 1965 and 1966 contact Dereck Cahalan on 0866097970. The reunion will take place June 5th You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at old...

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 248 - Bye elections of the past 20.05.2026 16:08

This week on the Podcast this week ahead of this weeks bye election Tom and Dick are talking about the four previous bye elections held in Galway previously. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 247 - Patrician Musical Society 13.05.2026 18:21

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about the Patrician Musical Society You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 246 - Arthur Colahan 06.05.2026 17:02

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Arthur Colahan, the man who wrote Galway Bay You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 245 - Fairgreen 29.04.2026 17:39

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Fairgreen You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 244 - Galway Docks Changes 22.04.2026 14:04

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about the changes in the Galway docks over the years. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 243 - The Galway Dockers 15.04.2026 11:47

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about The Galway Dockers who set up the Galway Rovers rugby team You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 242 - Renmore Guild of Irish Country Women's Association 08.04.2026 10:04

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Renmore Guild of Irish Country Women's Association You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway. If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie