The Old Galway Diary

In this episode, Tom is looking at the Oranmore airfield. Saturday is the 90th anniversary of the first flight from the site. Ronnie is still looking at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw for final part of his series.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history anniversary of Salerno school. Ronnie is still looking at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Galway Woollen Mills in Newtown Smith. Ronnie is looking at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw. They also chat about the incredible feat of Damien Browne who rowed the Atlantic and Ronnie congratulates Tom on a recent award. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history an old Galway business, ' Galway Hosiery'. He reads from a former Employees time working in the business. Ronnie is still looking at Mitchell Henry and kylemore abbey along with some Parnell. This is the final part in his series on Henry You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the legendary Galway auctioneers O'Donnellan and Joyce. Ronnie is looking at Mitchell Henry and Parnell. Two men with two very different ideas on how to achieve the same goal. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom at the history of TB in Galway and Galway man Noel Brown who was a huge part in treating the awful illness. Ronnie is looking at Mitchell Henry, slightly naive idealistic man who went to parliament representing Galway looking to speak on behalf of the Irish Farmer You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom at the history of the Galway horse fares. Ronnie is looking at the building of Kylemore Abbey. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom at the history of hurling in the country and the county. Ronnie some royal visits to the west of Ireland. Some successful some not so much. We also get some Native American wisdom.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at Shantalla and back to school. Ronnie is still talking about Dr. Wilde and his escape to the west of Ireland along with the legacy of his family. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at St. Endas Well in Barna and the history of Holy Wells in the county . Ronnie is talking Dr Wilde, father of Oscar, who was on trail for rape in a case that captivated the country. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the long history of Steamer ships in Galway Bay . Ronnie is talking Dr Wilde, father of Oscar, who was a hugely important figure in Irish history but his life was rife with tragedy.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the long history of the Mutton Island . Ronnie is talking about the Cong Cross and its fascinating history which is currently on display in the national history museum.  You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of the Wolfe Tone bridge in Galway . Ronnie is doing the final part of his series on landlords and Tyrone House in Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of the Claddagh Basin. Ronnie is still looking the landlords in Ireland this time concentrating on the history of Tyrone House in Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of the Jes school on Sea Road. Ronnie is still looking the landlords in Ireland for the second week in a row You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of the model school. One of the first schools set up in Galway in 1852. Ronnie is still looking the landlords in Ireland during the time of Home Rule anticipation and the Land Acts. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of Our Ladys Boys Club. Next week the boys are going on their 80th camp and if you would like to donate please contact Pat Giles CO: Our Ladys Boys Club, Sea Road, Galway.  Ronnie is still looking Micheal Henry Burke of Ballydugan but this time he's looking at his sons and poor ex wife. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.adv...

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of The Bish school in Nuns Island. Ronnie is still looking Micheal Henry Burke of Ballydugan You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of Suiceen or sometimes spelt Suckine which was a very populated street down in Woodquay, Galway. Ronnie is still looking at the history of Landlords in South Galway and the passing of the Wyndham Act 1903 which the landlords protested greatly. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of Mcdonagh's Fish and Chip shop on Quay Street. Ronnie is looking at the history of the large landlords in Ireland in the early 1900's in particular the Burke family. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of Bothermore and the many groups and magazines that came from that area. Ronnie is looking at the rescue of Ellen Glynn and Sarah Feeney in August 2020. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the history of steamers and boats on the Corrib. Ronnie is looking at tragedy of the Rescue 116 helicopter crash in 2017. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom looking at the tearing down of a statue of a landlord in ireland 100 years ago. Ronnie is looking at the final battle in his Black and Tan series, this time taking place at ma'am cross, it was the longest battle in the war of independence. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is the death of men in Galway at the hands of the Black and Tans on the 100 year anniversary of the murders. Ronnie is also looking  at the Black and Tans, but this time their raid on the town of Tuam. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway

In this episode, Tom is looking at the history go Digital the computer factory set up in Galway in the 80's. Ronnie is looking again at the Black and Tans sacking of Clifden in the wake of two murdered RIC officers. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway