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The Genealogy Show – Celtic Gods

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Presented By: Daniel Winters, Cara Herir, Jamie Walsh.
Produced By: Lorna Moloney.
Lorna is a Professional Genealogist and Family Historian. She is a longstanding member of the Association of Professional Genealogist. Lorna is the Resident Genealogist for Dromoland Castle in County Clare. Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Community Unity with guests Manuel Di Lucia, and Lucy O Callaghan.

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Brenda speaks to Manuel Di Lucia for an update on the publication of Manuels Autobiography “You Will Only Live Once” which has will be launched in Sheils’ Showrooms, on Gort Road in Ennis on June 14 at 5.30pm. The proceeds sales of the book will go to the RNIL, Kilrush and The West Clare Cancer Centre in Kilkee.

Brenda has the Community Diary of events for the area.

Author Lucy O’Callaghan speaks to Padraig about her debut novel “The Lies Beneath” , ‘a tale of friendship, love, and the masks we wear’.


Kilkee Civic Trust 2024

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Kilkee Civic Trust
The Summer Programme of KCT Talks, along with news of the annual Arts in Focus evening, will soon be launched, so keep a watchful eye out for further details. 

In the meantime; we are delighted to let you know about Kevin Haugh’s book all about Kilkee’s own Manuel Di Lucia! 

It will be launched in Ennis – on this coming Friday afternoon. 

The book is titled, “Manuel Di Lucia, You Only Live Once”.

When: Friday, 14thJune 2024 at 5.30 pm
Where: Sheils Car Showrooms, Gort Road, Dulick, Ennis, Co. Clare V95 CP27

All are welcome; so please feel free to come along and support this auspicious occasion.
The proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to:

RNLI Lifeboats, Kilrush Lifeboat Station
West Clare Cancer Centre, Kilkee 

A Little Bit of Gardening Show – Our Garden and Water.

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Watering is a job we can mostly depend on our Irish weather for, however there are occasions where our weather can work against us and we can get no rainfall for extended periods, this is when we need to step in and give a helping hand.. But how can we use our water most effectively?

Tune in at 7.30pm on Monday, or 5.30pm on Wednesday, to find out more. Or you can listen in on rcb.ie at your own convenience….


Radio Beams – Pat Talty Support staff at Bedford Row in Clare.

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Radio Beams show this week is with well know Pat Talty who works with the Bedford Row project who deal with prisoners coming and going to prison in the Clare. He has a office based in Kilrush
Families and prisoners can contact him Bedford Rd during working Pat hours. Pat also works in the prisons in Limerick. On average 90 prisoners in Clare.
Tuesday 3.30pm. rpt Thursday’s at 5:30

Community Unity featuring Patricia Richard Clarke and Roisin Horgan.

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With the holiday season underway , Roisin Horgan at Kilrush Citizen’s Information advises on some of the pitfalls in booking a package holiday. Patricia from Safeguarding Ireland speaks about forming a legal decision making plan for people who may not have, or potentialy may not have the capacity to make important decisions on their own behalf.

The Genealogy Show – Irish Folklore with Lorna Moloney, Daniel Winters, Cara Herir, Jamie Walsh.

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Presented By: Daniel Winters, Cara Herir, Jamie Walsh.
Produced By: Lorna Moloney.
Lorna is a Professional Genealogist and Family Historian. She is a longstanding member of the Association of Professional Genealogist. Lorna is the Resident Genealogist for Dromoland Castle in County Clare. Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Community Unity with guest Morwenna Kersun,and featuring Mary Heeran White.

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Padraig interviews Local Mary Heeran White, author of Wild Atlantic Way Anthology: Characters Along Ireland’s Majestic Coast, a collection of short tales , “This anthology of short stories offers a whirlwind exploration of moral quandaries, professional dilemmas, love, and loss interwoven through the lives of a diverse range of individuals populating The Wild Atlantic Way. Tied by landscape, each narrative captures the distinctive identity of various counties, unseen by a mere glance at the map.”
Morwenna Kersun from West Clare Family Resource Centre joins us in the studio with information on upcoming events, and activities for the over 55’s around West Clare.Presented by Brenda and Chris on Sound.

A Little Bit Of Gardening – June Jobs

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June is here which means Summer is here!! June is a fabulous month in the garden, as our plants take full advantage of the warmer conditions and longer daylight hours, speeding towards their summer peak.. So today we will be looking at the Jobs for the month of June, encouraging us to be out, pottering around and enjoying our gardens..
Tune in at 7.30pm on Monday, or 5.30pm on Wednesday, to find out more. Or you can listen in on rcb.ie at your own convenience…

Radio Beams – Joe Cahill Corofin GAA Senior Hurling Manager and Coach.

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Radio Beams show this Tuesday 3.30pm www.rcb.ie is with well known Corofin Senior hurling manager and coach Joe Cahill .
Joe and his team were 1st ever in the Munster Final.
Joe talks about potted history of Corofin GAA. How they have grown. Such big organisations for the size parish population. Tune in www.rcb.ie 3.30pm.

The Genealogy Show – Incumbent Land Act and the Famine.

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Presented by:Lorna Moloney, Daniel Winters, Cara Herir, Jamie Walsh.
Produced by: Lorna Moloney.

Lorna is a Professional Genealogist and Family Historian. She is a longstanding member of the Association of Professional Genealogist. Lorna is the Resident Genealogist for Dromoland Castle in County Clare. Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Community Unity with guests Philipa Siegrist, and Kevin Heaps.

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This year is the 25th Anniversary of the Doonbeg International Jazz festival kicking off this Friday evening the 31st May through until Monday afternoon with a diverse lineup coming in from various countries far and wide and a chance to put on the dancing shoes for a Swing class in Doonbeg Hall, Philipa Siegrist is on the line to fill us in.Brenda has the Community Diary of events for the area, and Kevin Heapes joins us to speak about the Zambda 400KM Cycle Clare In a Day fundraising event taking place this Saturday 1st June.
Presented by Mairead , Brenda , Chris.

Community Unity featuring Simon Day Pat Haugh.

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On today’s Community Unity Teresa visits Simon Day down at The Loop Head Lighthouse for a tour of the recently renovated and refurbished attendants cottage which is now available for overnight bookings via the website. Brenda has the Community Diary of Events, and we have Pat Haugh of West Clare Tri Club to speak about this Sundays (2nd June) ‘Up The Creek’ Triathlon event in Kilrush.

A Little Bit of Gardening Show – Shade Loving Plants

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Most of us would prefer to have our gardens in a sunny position as we know it will give us more options for the use of the space and of course, more options for plants. However a shady position can offer a lot too, from the beauty of cool green spaces bathed in dappled shade to the charm of deep shade filled with richly textured foliage plants. So that is what I thought we could look at today – How to make the most of a shady garden or position.Tune in at 7.30pm on Monday, or 5.30pm on Wednesday, to find out more.

The Genealogy Show – Irish Surnames

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Presenters: Lorna Moloney, Daniel Winters, Cara Herir, Jamie Walsh
Produced By: Lorna Moloney
Lorna is a Professional Genealogist and Family Historian. She is a longstanding member of the Association of Professional Genealogist. Lorna is the Resident Genealogist for Dromoland Castle in County Clare. Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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A Little Bit of Gardening – Bamboo

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There are some plants that have a bit of a bad reputation, for various reasons, and some which trigger a ‘marmite’ response, you either love it or hate it…. One of these plants is the Bamboo, which has it’s good points and some that need attention…. So that is what I thought we could look at today, the Bamboo plant…
Tune in at 7.30pm on Monday, or 5.30pm on Wednesday, to find out more. Or you can listen in on rcb.ie at your own convenience….

The Genealogy Show – Surname OBrien Hehir Winters

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Presented By: Lorna Moloney, Daniel Winters, Cara Herir, Jamie Walsh.
Produced By: Lorna Moloney.
Lorna is a Professional Genealogist and Family Historian. She is a longstanding member of the Association of Professional Genealogist. Lorna is the Resident Genealogist for Dromoland Castle in County Clare. Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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