Clare Fm - Podcasts

On this podcast: Clare FM's Derrick Lynch is joined by analysts Paul Reidy and David O'Brien to look ahead to the 2024 TUS Clare senior and intermediate football finals, along with the Junior A and Junior B deciders

On this podcast: Clare FM's Derrick Lynch speaks with Naomh Eoin manager Barry Harte and Wolfe Tones manager Johnny Bridges ahead of their TUS Clare IFC Final showdown in Cooraclare

On this podcast: Clare FM's Derek Dormer & Derrick Lynch speak with the Doora Barefield and KIB camps ahead of Sunday's Clare LGFA senior final in Cusack Park On the Doora Barefield side, Síofra ní Chonaill, Aisling Reidy, Paddy Frawley and Amy Lenihan speak with Derek, while Amy Sexton, Niall Hickey, Patrick O'Connor and Karen Galvin speak with Derrick.

On this podcast: Clare FM's Derek Dormer speaks with the Kilmurry Ibrickane camp ahead of the TUS Clare SFC final v Eire Óg. David Egan, Darragh Sexton, Dermot Coughlan and David Sexton all look forward to the showdown with the Townies.

On this podcast: Clare FM's Derek Dormer speaks with the Eire Óg camp ahead of Sunday's TUS Clare SFC final v Kilmurry Ibrickane. Paul Madden, Justin Burke, Ikem Igweru, David McNamara and Aaron Fitzgerald all look forward to the showdown with the Bricks.

Motorists in Clare are being urged to remain alert at the wheel in order to stay alive this Bank Holiday weekend. Clare Gardaí commenced their October Bank Holiday operation at 7am on Thursday and will continue to monitor the county's roads network until 7am on Tuesday. Across this weekend last year, two people lost their lives on the roads, while nine individuals sustained life-threatening injuries and 211 arrests for driving under the influence of intoxicants were made. Head of the Roads Policing Unit in the Clare-Tipperary Garda Division Superintendent Eddie Golden has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons that it's better to check your phone after you've safely pulled in than to never have the opportunity to check it again.

Clare's first female TD has condemned what she's called the "extraordinary slowness" of achieving fair gender representation in Irish politics. The upcoming General Election will be the first in which all parties are required to field 40% female candidates to receive full State funding. Eight women have declared for the General Election in Clare so far which is the highest number ever in the county and makes it the first time more women than men have run here. Kilkee native Madeleine Taylor-Quin, who became Clare's first female TD when elected for Fine Gael in 1981, says given the lack of progress on gender balance in the Dáil, she fully supports gender quotas.

Ashley Campbell and Thor Jensen will play the Greyhound Bar in Kilkee this Sunday, as part of their Irish tour. The pair each bring their different musical backgrounds to their joint venture. Ashley, who is the daughter of country & pop legend Glen Campbell, mixes her country and Americana roots with Thor Jensen's rock and jazz stylings. It’s a mixture that promises a lot, ensuring that Sunday’s show is not to be missed. Photo (c) by campbelljensenmusic via Instagram

A nationwide initiative called Swim in Pink is being used to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Swim In Pink is taking place this Sunday, the 27th of October at 1pm with everyone gathering at the Cappa pier, in Kilrush. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by one of the key people behind the event, Pauline Dunleavy. Credit (c) Elements by Vector Tradition from Vectortradition via Canva

Nobody would begrudge Phil Coulter, if he decided to spend most of his days relaxing in a hammock, sipping on a pina colada...however, that’s not his style! The legendary songwriter, artist and producer is hitting the road once again. The Derry native will bring his Legacy – more songs, more stories, more melodies, more memories show to Glór on the 3rd of November. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Phil Coulter on Friday's Morning Focus. Photo (c): glor.ie

The Temple Gate Hotel recently changed hands, with Dermot Kelly and John Gavan of the Shannon Springs Hotel taking ownership. Some may have wondered if that may not be the last Ennis hotel to be sold this year. There appear to be rumours that the Old Ground Hotel is for sale...is that the case? To address those rumours, Alan Morrissey was joined by Allen Flynn, who runs the Flynn Hotel Collection with his brothers, which includes the Old Ground Hotel. Photo (c): Clare FM

The Dublin Marathon will take place this Bank Holiday weekend. Two Clare man will be running in the marathon for very good causes. Chris O’Donovan is aiming to raise vital funds for Samaritans, while Declan Meaney is doing it for the Irish Kidney Association. To talk about this further, Alan Morrissey was joined in-studio by Chris O'Donovan and Declan Meaney. Photo (c): Clare FM

A range of road tolls will be more expensive from the start of next year. On the M50, tolls for cars, buses, and van that are not registered with eFlow will be 10 cents higher. Trucks will also pay 10 cent more for M50 tolls; lorries with no e-tag will pay 20 cent more. Heavy goods vehicles will pay an extra 10 cents to use the M1, M3, M4, and the N18 Limerick Tunnel. Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien says the government doesn't set the toll rates, adding that they shouldn't go ahead. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by former president of the Irish Road Haulage Association, Eugene Drennan. Photo (c): Pat Flynn

The Government claims it's committed to delivering a sustainable plan for North Clare. Consultation has recently closed on the Cliffs of Moher 2040 Strategy, the intention of which is to "create world-class visitor experiences, enhance the special qualities of the cliffs and to grow the attraction’s tourism and economic contribution to Clare County in a sustainable way". A preliminary draft of the strategy was published in September of last year, with the finalised version expected to be made available in the coming months. Addressing Inagh Senator Róisín Garvey in the Seanad, Minister of State Joe O'Brien says a number of plans to enhance this county's tourism offering are in the works.

It's claimed Clare has the worst national secondary roads in the country. It comes as a special meeting will take place today to assess priority roads for resurfacing in the Kilrush and Ennistymon Electoral areas this year. Last year, just 6% of Clare's road network was restrengthened, well below the national 10% target. Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney says increased investment is urgently needed.

A North Clare healthcare campaigner has lambasted TDs for their "farcical" decision to vote against noting the final Oireachtas report on assisted dying. The Dáil has agreed to note the final report of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Assisted Dying which seeks to legalise assisted dying in restricted circumstances, with 73 deputies voted in favour and 59 against. The note won't have any material effect on Irish law as a bill would have to be passed by the Oireachtas and signed by the President to make its way into legislation. Lahinch-based Patient Advocate for the Programme Improvement Board of HSE Midwest, John Wall, says given that noting the report doesn't immediately impact legislation, voting against it is a cynical move.

Works is underway to make Clare one of the global capitals of the Aerospace Sector. Clare County Council has hosted a delegation from nine European countries as part of an initiative aimed at exploring new opportunities for Aerospace in Shannon and the wider Midwest region. The Europe-wide Moving Toward Aerospace, or MAE project, has been established to research potential opportunities and identify barriers with the Aerospace Sector. As a partner of the project, Clare County Council last week hosted delegates from the Czech Republic, Norway, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Ukraine and Romania who were shown the work of various companies in Clare which operate within the sector. The MAE project is geared towards opening up potential opportunities in future-oriented manufacturing for small and medium businesses which are currently within more traditional industries. John Drysdale of the Shannon Group, who's a partner in the project, says the secret to expanding this region's role in international aviation i

The late, great Johnny Fean is to be remembered in his hometown of Shannon in a rather fitting way. On Saturday, the 16th of November the “Johnny Fean Stage” will be officially opened to honour the life of the guitarist with legendary 70's Irish rock outfit, Horslips. The opening promises to be a very special event. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Damian O'Rourke of Cuppa Tea TV and Johnny's brother, Ray Fean. Photo (c): Clare FM

October is Miscarriage Awareness Month. When a loved one has experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth, it can be difficult to know what you can do to show your support in their time of need. To find out more and get advice, Alan Morrissey was joined by Aishling Maloney, Clare native and Miscarriage Association of Ireland member. The Clare branch of the Miscarriage Association of Ireland is set to hold its next meeting on November 12th at the Inn at Dromoland, Newmarket-on-Fergus. Photo (c): TolikoffPhotography from Getty Images via Canva.

Socks in the Frying Pan are preparing for the release of their upcoming album. The traditional trio from Ennis will unveil their fifth studio album, Waiting for Inspiration, on November 15th. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Shane and Fiachra Hayes. Photo (c): https://www.facebook.com/socksinthefryingpan