Voices of Boyle

Send us Fan Mail Ep 17--- We're joined by Gerry McGlynn this week for another episode of the Voices of Boyle. Born in Ballynanultagh in 1945, Gerry McGlynn is a Boyle man through and through. Few can tell a story like this man can, so we were so happy to get to sit down with Gerry over a cuppa and talk about the old fair days, growing up in Ballynanultagh, and the simplicity of life back then...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 16--- This week's guest is none other than Christy Wynne, who was the inspiration behind the creation of this podcast. In this episode, Christy talks about his early days growing up as a young fella in Boyle, his brief spell over in London during the 1960s, along with various other significant stories. His love for Boyle and its people is evident throughout the conversatio...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 15--- Welcome to our latest episode of the Voices of Boyle. Today, I'm joined by Gerard Tivnan from the small town of Cormeelta, just outside of Boyle. Gerard shares his childhood memories of growing up in a rambling house where neighbors would gather for tea and conversation. We also hear some funny local poems he has gathered over the years. You’ll hear how he had to tra...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 14--- Teresa Tarpey, daughter of the late Frank Tarpey, joins us as today's guest. Many of you may know Teresa from the family-owned travel agency and pub. Join us as Teresa takes us on a nostalgic journey to her childhood in Elphin Street. We discuss the family's travel business and its significance in the town and county during those times, when everything was done...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 13--- Welcome to another exciting episode of the Voices of Boyle podcast!  In this episode of our podcast, I sit down with Miko Stewart, a young man who has faced challenges with anxiety from a young age.  Miko opens up about his struggles and how he has worked to overcome them through a combination of going to the gym, reading non-fictional books and working on his mindset.  M...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 12--- Welcome to another exciting episode of the Voices of Boyle podcast!  As we welcome in the new year, we have a special guest joining us to share her knowledge and insights about Rockingham House.  Triona Mullaney Dignam has written a book about Rockingham House called "Rockingham: A Little Guide to the Big House," and she has kindly agreed to come on the show to...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 11--- www.voicesofboyle.com/marycretaro/ Today we chat with Mary Cretaro! We've been listening to Mary's great stories from times gone by for years so I'm delighted that we finally convinced her to come on air and chat with me. Mary spent her early childhood growing up in Killaraght with her mum, dad, sisters (Monica, Pauline and Una) and brothers (Gerry and Vinc...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 10--- Welcome to our latest episode, where we will be sharing our recent chat featuring a special guest from the town of Boyle: Tony Conboy. Tony is a longtime resident of Boyle, arriving in 1972 to take up a teaching position in St. Mary's College. In this episode, I had a great chat with Tony about his experiences growing up in Castlecoote, his memories, and his insights...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 9--- Welcome to Episode 9 of the Voices Of Boyle Podcast!  Today we're joined by Mr. John Murphy! John was born in Dublin but has lived in Boyle for 57 years (John doesn't believe in the 'blow in' theory and is a Boyle man through and through!).    Our chat covers everything from John's time in the Irish army, his time in the Congo and what life was lik...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 8--- Welcome to Episode 8 of the Voices Of Boyle Podcast!  For this episode, I’m joined by David O Rourke. David kindly travelled down from his home in Athlone especially to record this episode for us.  Born and raised in Boyle, David has a great memory for times gone by and nostalgia. There’s a few stories that he chats about in which we can all relate to.  To see more info an...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 7--- Welcome to Episode 7 of the Voices Of Boyle Podcast!  Happy Halloween!! We're joined by Anna Robertson today for a Halloween special.  In this episode we're going to be chatting about the origins of Halloween as well as a few ghost stories and local myths from around Boyle. For the full show notes related to this episode, please visit:   https://www.voicesofboyle...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 6--- Welcome to Episode 6 of the Voices Of Boyle Podcast!  Today we're joined by Mr. Pat Murphy! Pat is originally from Dundalk in Co. Louth and he is, in his own words, a Boyle "blow in!" Pat has been living here in town for the past 5 years with his partner Geraldine.   Pat has been on a journey that not many people get to experience in life and it's this...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 5--- Welcome to Episode 5 of the Voices Of Boyle Podcast!  I'm joined by Gordon Ryan in this episode. Gordon was battling Cystic Fibrosis from his early 20's up until he received a last minute double lung transplant in 2013.  For the full show notes relating to this episode please click the following link: https://www.voicesofboyle.com/ gordonryan / Join us on: ( Face...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 4--- Welcome to Episode 4 of the Voices of Boyle podcast. Today, I’m chatting with Melissa Doohan Beirne. Having moved to Boyle when she was just eight years old, Melissa is a well-known name and face throughout the town. We chat about Melissa’s love for running and how it has changed her life in so many ways. We talk about her involvement in Park Run and how her passion for it...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 3--- Welcome to Episode 3 of the Voices of Boyle podcast. This episode features James Candon, who most people in Boyle would know very well. We chat about his time growing up in Boyle, old fairs days, the Fleadh Cheoil, Ned Kelly, his cash & carry businesses, Boyle Celtic and many other stories relating to his involvement in organisations and groups in Boyle over the decade...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 2--- Welcome to Episode 2 of the Voices of Boyle podcast. In this episode, I get to chat with Donal (Donie) O Connor about his recent cycling adventure that took him from Achill in the West of Ireland all the way to Auschwitz in Eastern Poland. For the full show notes relating to this episode please click the following link: www.voicesofboyle.com/donieoconnor Join us on: ( Face...

Send us Fan Mail Ep 1--- Welcome to Episode 1 of the Voices of Boyle podcast. Today I chat with Risteard Lloyd about his life changing motorbike accident that he had back in 2005 on the island of Koh Samui, Thailand. For the full show notes relating to this episode please click the following link: www.voicesofboyle.com/risteardlloyd Join us on: ( Facebook ) ( Instagram ) ( YouTube ) ( Website ) If...

Send us Fan Mail This is a quick 3 minute intro to the VOB Podcast. We go over our motivation for starting this local podcast and what are plans are for it.  A special thanks to local man Brendan O' Dowd for putting together the intro music for us! 🙏 Join us on: ( Facebook ) ( Instagram ) ( YouTube ) ( Website ) If you’d like to be on the show or if you know someone who would like to chat wi...