UCC 98.3FM Podcasts

Todays show is all about women in the great outdoors. We hear from the inspiring Elizabeth Cronin recent graduate of Kinsale Outdoor Education Centres's Go Adventure Personal Development Course.And from the wonderful Anais O Donovan 8th ranking world champion Freestyle Kayaker.Tune in, be inspired, energised and go on.. get outside!…

My guest this week is Raja Baal - known to friends and family as Brendan Fennessy. You might know Brendan from his time as the drummer in the hugely popular band O Emperor. He is now a solo artist releasing Alternative Hip Hop into the world.This is a really nice chat with a deep thinking gent. We touch on Buddhism, Feminism, Meditation, Taylor Swi…

This week, Shannon talks to actress Sadhbh Malin about working on Love Rosie, her new project Philomena Theatre Productions and tackles the ultimate question: What kind of Barbie is Sadhbh?

This very special episode has two powerful interviews with former Debenhams worker, Carol Bridgeman and producer of the 406 Days Documentary, Fergus Dowd. These interviews took place the day of the Cork premiere of the documentary that was held in UCC. Interviews conducted by Mia Poland. Produced by Mia Poland. Voice Over by Cian Pierce.…

Rosie interviews Lloyd John in studio

In this very unhinged episode Mia Poland and, Cork Drag Queen, Ashley A Ho talk all things from Nickelodeon lore, drag queen drama, Ashley's anecdotes and life as a Sagittarius with amazing tracks as recommended by Ashley herself.

A deep dive into queer spaces and alternative subcultures with first hand experiences from Emily and Cian. We discuss the LGBTQ overlap with Cork's music scene, how Dungeons and Dragons may help those in the closet, queer rep in comics and queerbaiting. Listen in for some unhinged banter as we somehow successfully get through the above topics.…

On this episode I talk to Producer, Engineer, Mixer, & Drummer - Christian Best. Christian plays some music that is close to his heart and we talk about Christians early exposure to music, his long standing partnership with songwriter Mick Flannery and there's also an extra 15 minutes at the end for any Beatles nerds ;-) I hope you enjoy and thanks…

UCC 98.3fm had the pleasure of being joined in studio by former film producer, member of the House of Lords and West Cork resident, David Putnam. Mia Poland and David Putnam discuss his current work in UCC, the current film industry in Ireland and the importance of fact checking and Chat GPT.

This fabulous episode, Anesthesia Gold, interviewed by Mia Poland delve deep into queer culture in Cork. As well as Anesthesia revealing all upcoming events in both Cork and Dublin with the inside scoop about this years upcoming Drag Fest in Dublin. They also have a much needed chat about etiquette during shows to ensure the safety of drag performe…

Cork International Students Zone - Episode 7 In this new episode I am joined by Sean from China. He is 37 years old and has already an abundance of work experience in China behind him. However, he decided to completely stop to pursue a Master's in translation studies to become an interpreter. In this episode we discuss Sean's experience in field of…

This week, Ava returns to join James with a guest, Kevin. They review the Miami GP, the Formula E in Monaco and the second round of the F1 academy in Valencia.

This week, Shannon talks about the unusual shooting process of The Blair Witch Project, it's impact on cinema and how it's marketing campaign had the audience convinced the actors were missing or dead.

This episode's guest Tania ZOR “TAPAFE” (Tania Pantoja Ferzuli) a multidisciplinary artist, co founder of AMDIE and founder of Cali Cultural Centre, educator and multilingual graphic designer talks about her passion, activities and how art and cultural expressions bring up the best in us!

In this episode Manizha and an amazing woman, Inma Pavón, chat about Inma's life and her acheivements and effects of dance on improving mental health.

Today we hear from Anne Bland, founder of Selfishly Happy You. Anne states that Pleasure is our Birthright and shares her top tips to radical self pleasure. Tune In and Bliss Out (Warning may not be suitable for sensitive ears)

On today's show we unpack the recipe to facilitate true and sustainable change with the wonderful Ann Quinn, change leader at Childrens Health Ireland. And Suze updates her feminist manifesto!Tune in and be inspired.

This week, James and his guest Sophie give a review of the Azerbaijan GP, the F2 race, F1 academy opening weekend. As well as this Sophie gives us an insight as to what a race weekend is like.

For my latest episode, I had Caitriona Twomey from Cork Penny Dinners on to talk about her work and to play some local music that is close to her heart. Penny Dinners serves 1,400 people a day with zero support from the government. We talk about the effects of the eviction ban on the ground, Caitriona and her volunteers driving to Ukraine with aid,…

This week, Shannon talks with West Cork star Clara Harte about filming the IFTA-nominated "Who We Love", the influence of feminism in her work, and giving producing and writing a go with her acclaimed short "Foxglove."

My wonderful guest KC McLoughlin educates me on all things queer coded in the musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Please do not play this in front of children, we discuss adult and sensitive themes.

This week, James and his guest Darragh talk all things motorsport and sustainability. They cover what F1 are doing to make themselves more sustainable, Extreme E's goals and Formula E.

This week, Shannon did a special episode live on air with "The Crown" and "Chernobyl" star, Jared Harris, and his wife, Allegra, about the donation of the Richard Harris archives to University College Cork, as well as having a bit of craic in studio.

In this new episode Hanna, from Belarus, will be our guest. Being abroad is nothing new for Hanna as she lived in Russia for a few months and moved to Poland for her studies. This episode we discuss Hanna's experience of being a polyglot, life in Slavic countries, why she left Belarus and the current political situation back home. Enjoy listening! …

Ri Ra Mna.. Is a show which brings you a female lens. Shaking it up with conversation & tunes. You never know where your hosts Sinead Sea Shanti and SuZEN Hear Me Roar Brown will take you. On todays show we hear from Joasia and her insights on women's rights and the protests in Poland- enjoy and get mad (if ya wanna!)…

New Irish songs, underground gems and alternative classics every Thursday at 1pm. In this episode, Emily plays new music from cult band Panchiko, heavy shoegazers Wednesday and Cork alternative rockers Skies Behind and Alien Parade while chatting about some exciting upcoming gigs.

A very special Emo themed show where Mia is Making a Scene with Cork Drag Queens, Boo Boo Oopsie and Ashley A Ho, (in studio in full drag) who share everything from failed drag names and Avril Lavigne's Chinese lyrics to their own drag events happening in Cork. With all the emo tracks to get your teenage self headbanging.…

This week, Shannon talks to “Normal People” cinematographer, Kate McCullough, about working as a female DP in a male-dominated environment, filming “Normal People” and her trip to the 2023 Oscars.

Welcome to unSOCed! I'm Eoin and each week I'm going to be unlocking stories, memories and songs from the incredible people involved with all of UCC's Societies! On this weeks show I talked to Zoë and Dara about the UCC Musical Theatre Society’s production of ‘All Shook Up’. Tune into unSOCed live on 98.3fm on Thursdays at 3pm!…

La Vie en Rosie Monday 3rd

Welcome to unSOCed! I'm Eoin and each week I'm going to be unlocking stories, memories and songs from the incredible people involved with all of UCC's Societies! In the first half of the show I talked to Morgan and Thula about their work with the UCC Dramat Society. In the second half of the show I talked to Timothy from the UCC Enactus Society abo…

This show is dedicated to Cork musician Kieran McFeeley, better known as Simple Kid. We listen to Kierans first band The V Necks, how they got signed to a major label and morphed into a Punk Pop Glam band called The Young Offenders and how Kieran eventually settled on being a solo artist as Simple Kid.…

Today in my life in a suitcase Manizha talks about friendship and interviews her long last friend of more than 20 years all, "Donella Cobb" all the way from Newzealand an astonishing Principle development advisor in Education in Pacific region with great life experience and a super woman.

Today my life in a suitcase had the honor of hosting amazing, resilient, superpower, optimistic, women rights activitist and law graduate Mahbooba Faiz. A inspiration to us all. A women with a story to tell.

In this episode of My life in a suitcase Manizha discusses Oral hygiene importance and necessity with All rounder super woman Dr. Siobhan Lucey, Former UCC graduate with Masters degree from Edinbergh University, currently busy in doctoral research, Consultant and Senior Lecturer in Paediatric Dentistry in the Cork University Dental School and Hospi…

Welcome to unSOCed! I'm Eoin and each week I'm going to be unlocking stories, memories and songs from the incredible people involved with all of UCC's Societies! In the first half of the show I talked to Kate about Co-Op and Community Action Soc’s rat.jpeg Zine publication. In the second half of the show I talked to Lauren and Erin from the UCC Arc…

La Vie en Rosie Monday 27th

Welcome to unSOCed! I'm Eoin and each week I'm going to be unlocking stories, memories and songs from the incredible people involved with all of UCC's Societies! In this weeks show I talked to Olivia and Kieran from the UCC Feminist Society about their FemPower Conference Week. In the second half I talked to Ana McGuire about her time on UCC Societ…

La Vie en Rosie Monday 20th

Myself and my wonderful guest were supposed to be discussing all things Little Shop of Horrors but mostly it is just us talking and causing havoc! If you stuck through this one you deserve a participation award!

This week, Shannon talks to directors Patrick McGivney and Robert Higgins about working with Paul Mescal, their newest film "Lakelands," and why Longford should be at the top of your holiday destinations this summer. Lakelands is released to Irish cinemas on May 5th. Make sure to go out and catch it when it comes out :)…

This week, I had Frank O'Connor from Derelict Ireland on the show to discuss his campaign against dereliction in our cities and towns and also to play the songs that represent his life journey in activism. Frank is a passionate and inspiring speaker... This is worth a listen. Enjoy!

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Sultans of Pings first album, 'Casual Sex In The Cineplex', this show is aimed at getting to know the Sultans a little bit better. I play their main influences alongside some of their lesser known tracks. Enjoy!

An all Irish selection of atmospheric mood electronica! I refuse to use 'Ambient' anymore;)

You can't stop the beat! Myself and Lotta discuss all things Hairspray in this week's episode! So tune in to hear the bells!

Come and defy gravity with myself and Rosie O'Byrne! We discuss all things pink and green, friendship and romance and much more! There is also a surprise in this episode for everyone! Ye have all changed my life for the better :))

This week , James and his guest Katie do a race review on the Australian Grand Prix and talk all things women in motorsport.

This week, Shannon talks about how the box-office failure of Ant-Man 3, the dismissal of Victoria Alonso and the decline of Disney + might affect the future of Marvel.

It's a sad tale, it's a tragedy! Join me chatting with the fabulous Abbey Foley about the mythical tale of Orpheus and Eurydice. You might recognize some other names too!! **Spoilers for Hadestown and Titanic**

This week I had Eoin McCarthy from Filter on the show. Eoin curated the playlist and we talked about the coffee industry and his career as a drum and bass DJ.