Best Disability Ireland Podcasts (2024)

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Buried Secrets Of Bishop Casey - I Have A Survival Kit Ready To Go 1:09:42

24m ago1:09:42

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Tommy attended Bishop Eamonn Casey's funeral but would not have gone had he known about the allegations against him. Frank is a survivalist and has a grab bag ready to go in case of emergency.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Calls for dog supervision following Sligo sheep attack 2:23

1h ago2:23

2:23

There have been calls in Sligo to keep dogs under supervision when in the presence of sheep. A recent sheep attack has been reported near Geevagh which left one injured. Fine Gael Ballymote-Tubbercurry Cllr Gerard Mullaney highlighted the importance of owners being aware of their dogs actions. Cllr Mullaney says this instance can be used as an exam…

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5066: LISTEN¦ How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips 14:06

8h ago14:06

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How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Martin Kenny is Sinn Fein's new spokesperson on Agriculture 2:37

4h ago2:37

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Sligo Leitrim TD Martin Kenny is Sinn Fein's new spokesperson on Agriculture. He replaces TD Claire Kerrane who is moving to childcare portfolio. Deputy Kenny's new role is part of a minor reshuffle of the party, owing to the initial departure of Kathleen Funchion getting elected to the European Parliament. Speaking to Ocean FM news, Deputy Kenny s…

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Donegal TD calls for abolishment of TV licence amid new proposals 2:39

2h ago2:39

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A Donegal TD has called for the TV licence to be abolished amid fresh proposals for RTE funding. The Government are considering ways to clampdown on people not paying their TV licence, which amounts to RTÉ losing out on millions of euro. However, Donegal Sinn Fein TD Pearse Doherty said the TV licence should be paid through the exchequer revenue. D…

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The state of US Politics with Lorcan Nyhan 11:28

2h ago11:28

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Lorcan Nyhan, Head Of Training at The Communications Clinic, takes a look at the state of US politics.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Clare superfan John Joe Costello on the Banner's win 10:55

6h ago10:55

10:55

Clare superfan John Joe Costello talks to Oliver about Banner counties victory over Cork.By RTÉ Radio 1

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What is it like to be centre stage at Olympic level? 25:15

2h ago25:15

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Olympic Boxing Gold Medalist, Michael Carruth; David Gillick, Olympian at the Beijing Olympics; and Grainne Murphy, Olympic swimmer at London 2012; tell Oliver what it's like to represent Ireland at the OlympicsBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Nominations for FG selection convention for Sligo-Leitrim expected to open this week 1:59

4h ago1:59

1:59

Nominations for Fine Gaels selection convention for the Sligo/Leitrim constituency are expected to open later this week. Sitting TD Frank Feighan has confirmed that he will be looking to retain his seat while it's anticipated that Sligo Drumcliff Cllr Thomas Walsh will also be seeking a nomination. The party's convention is set to take place on Sep…

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Renewed calls for lower VAT rate for hospitality sector 2:00

4h ago2:00

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There are further local calls on the Government to lower the VAT rate for the hospitality sector. Tourism and hospitality businesses are said to be on the brink over a range of factors including inflation, lack of accommodation and a rise in the minimum wage. It's widely thought that lowering the VAT back down from 13.5% to the 9% enjoyed by the se…

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Burglary rate drops in Sligo & Leitrim 2:26

4h ago2:26

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New figures from the CSO show the rate of burglaries in Sligo and Leitrim has decreased. In the 12 months up until March 2024, there showed to be a decrease in 11%, down to 136 burglaries, when compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, Donegal showed an increase of 40%, which translates to 167 burglaries, and is far above the national average of 6%…

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Sligo homeowners still waiting to access mica redress scheme 2:38

8h ago2:38

2:38

It's emerged that Sligo homeowners affected by the Defective Block Crisis are still waiting to access the Governments redress scheme. While the Housing Minister previously gave the green light for Sligo to be added to the scheme, it still needs official approval from the Dail. With the Dail currently in recess, it'll be at least September before ho…

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Plans in Sligo for large disability parking bay 3:18

6h ago3:18

3:18

Sligo County Council have plans in place to install a disabled parking bay for mini buses in Sligo town. There had been calls of a lack of such parking spots within the county, and so one will be introduced into Wine St car park, before deciding on a further roll out across Sligo. Sinn Fein Cllr Arthur Gibbons was alerted to the situation after spe…

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Sligo Cllr wants to explore funding for Treacy Avenue 1:40

3h ago1:40

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Serious concern has been raised over aspects of Treacy Avenue in Sligo. Footpaths, roads and lighting are just some of the issues in the area with frustration said to be growing among residents. There's also claims that other estates are getting more attention. Cllr Gino O'Boyle is hopeful that funding options can be explored:…

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Donegal Cllr backs Tánaiste over Rory Gallagher guitar ownership 1:13

2h ago1:13

1:13

There are further calls on the Government to purchase Rory Gallagher's famous guitar. The legendary Fender Stratocaster guitar owned by the Ballyshannon musician is going up for auction in London for up to 1 million pounds in October. Tánaiste Micheál Martin has already stated this week that he's exploring ways for the Irish State to take ownership…

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Sligo-Leitrim TD to contact AIB over Manorhamilton services 1:34

2h ago1:34

1:34

A letter is to be sent to AIB over their current level of services in Manorhamilton. At the end of 2022, AIB withdrew its cash counter services leaving it that customers could only lodge money or withdraw cash via machine. Sligo-Leitrim Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan has been asked by locals to contact the bank and search for an upgrade in services, in…

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Donegal Minister's decision to scrap Straw Scheme questioned locally 1:25

3h ago1:25

1:25

The decision by Donegal Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue TD to scrap the Straw Incorporation Scheme has been questioned locally. The scheme was suddenly scrapped last week without warning, where farmers were funded to chop straw and re-incorporate it into the soil for environmental reasons. Sligo Chair of the IFA, Michael O’Dowd, says i…

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Grange housing development receives approval 2:45

4h ago2:45

2:45

A proposal for a new housing development in Grange has been given the green light to proceed. There had been some delays to the project, as a number of archaelogical inspections had to be carried out on the proposed site to ensure there were no environmental issues surrounding the development. Up to 16 houses are to be built on the site, including …

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New wind farm initiative aims to fund local Donegal projects 1:23

2h ago1:23

1:23

A new community benefit fund has been launched for the residents of Donegal. Clogheravaddy Wind Farm Ltd have unveiled their new initiative for locals which totals more than €40,000 in supports. Applications are encouraged as they look to support community projects within a 15km radius related to education and sustainability in Donegal. Emma Kenned…

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Memory tool kit called to be used for Sligo dementia patients 2:13

3h ago2:13

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Calls have been made for Sligo County Council to provide funding for an initiative that uses old photographs and music to trigger memories among dementia patients in nursing homes. There has been a pilot scheme in other counties where the use of a "memory tool kit" has been used to help patients stay in the present. Ballymote-Tubbercurry Cllr Dara …

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Donegal TD highlights local importance of MacGill Summer School 3:37

3h ago3:37

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The MacGill Summer School continues over the weekend where thought leaders descend on Glenties to discuss issues facing Ireland and the wider world. The annual event gathers government ministers, parliamentarians, heads of industry, trade union leaders, economists, sociologists, church leaders and a broad range of public representatives. Donegal Si…

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I'm Saddled With Inheritance Tax For My Own Home - Ballybunion Drowning 1:08:27

3d ago1:08:27

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Paulette and her partner had paid off their mortgage but when he died, she received an inheritance tax bill for his portion of the house. Seanie's father and brother drowned in Ballybunion in 1992.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Leitrim Cllr hopes county can combat homelessness crisis 1:44

3h ago1:44

1:44

Leitrim County Council have been asked about their stance on purchasing homes, so families can avail of the Tenant In Situ scheme. A number of families across the county have been served with notices to quit, meaning they can no longer stay in the accomodation they are currently in. Homelessness across the country has risen by around 15%, something…

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Donegal TD criticises Government over child homelessness 2:41

1h ago2:41

2:41

A Donegal TD has criticised Government policy which he claims has led to an increase in homelessness among children. According to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage monthly homelessness report for May 2024, 2,051 families, including 4,316 children, accessed emergency accommodation during the week of May 20-26th of this year. I…

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More patients moved into new Ballyshannon Community Hospital 1:44

7h ago1:44

1:44

It's been confirmed that more patients have been moved into the new Ballyshannon Community Hospital. An undisclosed number were admitted into the Garden View Unit yesterday. The HSE say that further admissions will continue over the coming weeks, and that recruitment is actively ongoing. This marks the second phase of the hospitals opening plan, wi…

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Low water levels could be factor in Ballisodare salmon deaths 2:54

7h ago2:54

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It's claimed that low water levels could be a contributing factor to deaths of up to 1000 salmon in Ballisodare River. A multiagency investigation is ongoing along the river this lunchtime with a number of representatives out monitoring the water and carrying out further tests. Meanwhile, the nearby Owenmore River in Sligo and its tributaries have …

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John McNally on becoming Ireland's Beard Champion 8:51

5h ago8:51

8:51

John McNally tells Maura how he becaue Ireland's Beard ChampionBy RTÉ Radio 1

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A look at the explosion of the sober curious phenomenon 20:21

5h ago20:21

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Olivia Farrelly, Alcohol-Free Mentor, No More Booze Podcast; Amy Kiernan, Founder, Drinknolo.ie; Oisin Langan, Sports Broadcaster & gave up alcohol in 2005; Sam Kelly-Social Media Star who gave up alcohol in 2023By RTÉ Radio 1

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Hopes salmon death count in Ballisodare River has peaked 2:23

8h ago2:23

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It's hoped that the salmon death count in Ballisodare River has peaked. It's estimated that nearly 1000 salmon are now confirmed dead as a multi agency investigation continues. The nearby Owenmore River in Sligo and its tributaries have been closed for all fishing due to the ongoing outbreak of disease in the salmon population. The State has closed…

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Parking in Donegal Town remains at a premium 2:00

8h ago2:00

2:00

Parking in Donegal Town remains at a premium. This is despite Donegal County Council striking an arrangement with the John Bosco Centre to provide additional spaces. The Council also says that it is keeping a sharp eye out for lands in the town that it could potentially purchase with a view towards creating more car parking facilities. Fianna Fáil …

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HSE comes in for criticism over day centre at Killybegs Community Hospital 2:21

8h ago2:21

2:21

The HSE has come in for criticism over a lack of services currently being provided at the day centre at Killybegs Community Hospital. It’s been claimed that the facility hasn’t been fully operational since before the pandemic. Staffing is said to be one of the big issues, resulting in a range of healthcare options no longer available to the local c…

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Poison Pen Letters - Inheritance Tax - Book Postage 1:09:31

2h ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Paula received a mysterious poison pen letter but, with some ingenuity, figured out who the sender was. Callers discuss the current inheritance tax laws. Sam runs a small UK book publishing company but keeps getting books he sent to Ireland returned to him in the post.By RTÉ Radio 1

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First spotting of rare whale near Killybegs in over 100 years 2:57

5h ago2:57

2:57

A North Atlantic Right Whale has been spotted off the coast of Killybegs earlier this week. It’s the first verified sighting of the species in Ireland for over 100 years. The species is near extension, as it’s believed there are only between 350-400 of them remaining. Pádraig Whooley, Sightings Officer of Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, says it’s un…

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IFI understands concern over 900 salmon deaths in Ballisodare 2:35

8h ago2:35

2:35

Inland Fisheries Ireland have reiterated that their examinations continue into deaths of over 900 salmon in Ballisodare. The IFI, along with the Marine Institute and other bodies have been on site this week to try and determine the cause of the stress-related infection. Mary Walsh, IFI Western Director based in Ballina, highlighted that work will c…

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Renewed concern over ambulance cover in Killybegs 2:35

8h ago2:35

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There’s renewed concern over ambulance cover in Killybegs and the surrounding area. Last Friday, the only ambulance serving the area left the base in Killybegs early in the morning and was gone all day attending call outs in several other counties. Fine Gael Cllr Manus Boyle says that the current set up leaves the community in a very vulnerable pos…

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Questions over why no women nominees for Donegal Fianna Fail convention 1:58

8h ago1:58

1:58

Questions are being asked over why no women have been nominated by Fianna Fail members to contest the party's selection convention in Donegal. A total of six people have been nominated in the constituency - all of them men. The party also has no female representation currently on Donegal County Council. Former Sligo Fianna Fail Cllr Rosaleen O'Grad…

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Disablity advocate with sights on a career in accessibility tourism 18:18

7h ago18:18

18:18

Maura speaks to disability campaigner James Casserly and his mother Vicki, as James sets his sights on a career in accessibility tourism.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Kennys Bookshop celebrating 30 years online 9:02

7h ago9:02

9:02

Tom Kenny tells Maura about Kennys Bookshop celebrating 30 years onlineBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Gardai could be doing more over threats made towards TDS - Kenny 3:50

13h ago3:50

3:50

Gardai could be doing more in diffusing threats made towards TDS. That's according to Sligo Leitrim TD Martin Kenny who has been condemning an online death threat made against Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald by a man who said he would shoot and kill her Gardaí are investigating the TikTok video of a man in a balaclava threatening the Sinn Féin l…

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Uproar in Killybegs over ESB works 1:55

13h ago1:55

1:55

There’s uproar among residents and businesses in Killybegs over ongoing works by the ESB. The works centre on upgrading the local power plant so it can cope with catering to a large number of factories in the area. While it had been thought that these works were to be carried out at nighttime, a significant number of premises have been experiencing…

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Road safety issues in south Donegal 'not being taken seriously' 2:01

3h ago2:01

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It's been claimed that some road safety issues in south Donegal are not being taken seriously. It comes as Donegal County Council is still waiting to hear back from the TII on a feasibility report on proposed safety measures for outside Dunkineely National School. A number of other schools which are located on busy routes have also been flagged as …

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Is Inheritance Tax Fair? 1:08:53

42m ago1:08:53

1:08:53

Callers debate the fairness of inheritance tax and whether it's discriminatory against single people.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Donegal Cllr criticises "mishandling" of Ballyshannon hospital 1:33

4h ago1:33

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The HSE has been slammed over “mishandling” the new community hospital in Ballyshannon. The hospital is only partially open with the HSE insisting that it’s actively trying to source the staff needed to open the rest of it. Donegal County Council is to write to the relevant bodies to seek an urgent and definitive update. Sinn Fein Cllr Michael McMa…

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Midlands-Northwest MEP appointed to European Agriculture Committee 2:32

2h ago2:32

2:32

Midlands-Northwest MEP Maria Walsh is to be appointed to the European Parliament’s Agriculture Committee for the next five years. The committee plays an important role in the Common Agricultural Policy, as well as policies in the fields of animal health and welfare, plant health, agricultural products quality, and forestry. MEP Walsh will also be a…

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No plans to reopen Sligo hydrotherapy services until 2025 2:52

2h ago2:52

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The hydrotherapy pool in Cregg House will not be open until 2025 at the earliest. There are also no plans to build a designated hydrotherapy centre in Sligo in the pipeline. The matter was raised at the recent meeting of the Regional Health Forum West, where it was heard that the current operators must submit a business proposal before any developm…

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Swapping life in Dublin City for rural Kilkenny 15:04

8h ago15:04

15:04

Presenter, Podcaster & Influencer James Kavanagh and his partner William Murray tell Maura about swapping Dublin for Kilkenny.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Froggie with Jake and Luke Morgan 14:30

14h ago14:30

14:30

Jake and Luke Morgan tell Maura about their bilingual, but mainly Irish language comedy called Froggie.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Investigations continuing after major fish kill in Ballisodare 2:45

16m ago2:45

2:45

A multi-agency investigation is continuing after the deaths of hundreds of salmon at Ballisodare Bay. The issue was first noted at the beginning of this month and is now said to be worsening. Inland Fisheries Ireland, the Marine Institute, Sligo County Council, Uisce Eireann and EPA have all been informed. Representatives from the IFI and the Marin…

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Further support needed for National Advocacy Service staff 2:42

31m ago2:42

2:42

More support has been given to NAS workers following their strike in Sligo and nationwide. Without a pay increase in 14 years, they returned to strike action after the failure of funding following the labour court's recommendation Sligo-Leitrim Independent TD Marian Harkin has previously highlighted the situation to the Dáil, and said she will send…

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Donegal County Council to be quizzed on full opening of Ballyshannon hospital 1:25

2h ago1:25

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Donegal County Council will be asked later today to make representations over the full reopening of services at the new Ballyshannon Community Hospital. The hospital is currently only paritally open. The HSE hopes to have additional beds open there in the coming weeks, subject to staffing levels. A number of recruitment campaigns have been relaunch…

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