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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 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

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 241 - Old Galway Diary Live from Kennys 31.03.2026 13:52

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about photos from an exhibition opening next week in Kennys Gallery featuring photos taking from above in the 1950s. 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 240 - Galway from the air. 25.03.2026 14:07

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 239 - Fallers Jewellers 18.03.2026 16:22

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Fallers Jewellers 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 238 - Gentian Hill 10.03.2026 16:05

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Gentian Hill 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 237 - Galway Marching Band 04.03.2026 13:58

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Galway Marching Bands 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 235 - Kinghts of Malta 25.02.2026 13:46

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about The Knights of Malta 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 236 - Galway Textile Printers 25.02.2026 13:44

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Galway Textile Printers 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 234 - Liam Mellows Hurling 10.02.2026 15:12

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Liam Mellows 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 233 - Michael J Hurley 28.01.2026 18:06

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about Michael J Hurley 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 232 - The Sportsground 21.01.2026 15:16

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about the Sportground ahead of the new stand being opened by Connacht Ruby 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 231 - New Town Smith 14.01.2026 17:39

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about New Town Smith 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