Spring Draw ~ 25th Anniversary

Spring is here, and the RCB live draw is in full swing! so don’t miss a chance to pick up a prize in our Spring Raffle, Winners will be announced Live on air on Tuesday 27th May 1pm-2pm on Community Unity.

Tickets available from South West Clare Community Radio T/A RCB at The Community Centre, Kilkee, William’s Hardware; Kilkee, and other local shops.

Garda permit awarded


PRIZES

1st Prize: Lorna Moloney Genealogy voucher – €250
2nd Prize: Kilkee Golf Club 4 Ball voucher – €140
3rd Prize: Hamper courtesy of O’Mara’s Bar Kilkee
4th Prize: Hartmann’s Jewellers Kilrush voucher – €50
5th Prize: Bellbridge Hotel Spanish Point voucher – €50
6th Prize: G Beauty Kilrush voucher – €35
7th Prize: Keating’s Bar & Restaurant voucher Kilbaha – €30
8th Prize: Stella Maris Kilkee voucher – €30
9th Prize: Nolan’s Deli Kilkee voucher – €25
10th Prize: Banner Books Kilrush & Ennistymon voucher – €20

Tickets €5 each


VACANCY Part-Time Outreach and Training Coordinator


Outreach and Training Coordinator  – 18.5 hours per week CSP rate

Location: South West Clare Community Radio CLG T/A Raidió Corca Baiscinn, Community Centre, Circular Road , Kilkee, Co Clare.

Job Description
This position is funded through Pobal and the Department Rural and Community Development.

Main Function
To build partnerships with local community and key target groups, promote and facilitate volunteer participation in the station and design and deliver training aimed at building the confidence and capacity of volunteers to ensure quality programming.

Key Responsibilities of post:

OUTREACH:
• Create and foster links with local community groups, schools and other target groups
• Assist with promoting the station in the community and raising visibility.
• Contribute to planning and organising community-focused Station activities.
• help with recruiting and retaining of volunteers

TRAINING:
• in conjunction with the manager Prepare a comprehensive annual training plan
• Researching, identifying, sourcing and applying for training funding from State agencies, local authorities, European and Irish grants etc.
• Design and-deliver a programme of training aimed at building the confidence and capacity of volunteers to ensure quality programming.
• Deliver one to one training and feedback to volunteers when required
• Induct and coordinate and deliver volunteer training
• Coordinate and facilitate work placements
While all members of staff have individual job descriptions they are required to collaborate with all other staff. S/he may be expected to work in different locations and to undertake other duties from time to time including occasional weekend work.

Essentials skills required for this post
• A strong working knowledge of broadcasting, radio production and techniques
Experience of developing, planning and delivering QQI training (with a ‘Train the Trainer’ qualification or working towards this)
Ability to communicate and work with a diverse range of individuals and organisations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and priorities own work to meet agreed objective
• Ability to work as part of a team

All roles are subject to funding continuation.
• Short listing may apply, A panel may be formed from which future vacancies may be filled
• RCB Community Radio Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
• Satisfactory references and Garda vetting will be required.
• Fixed term contract April 2025 to December 2025 subject to funding.

This position will be based in RCB – a Community Services Programme based in Kilkee

The person appointed must be eligible under Pobal CSP employment criteria.

Applications (with CV) should be sent to:
Station Manager, South West Clare Community Radio CLG T/A Raidió Corca Baiscinn, Community Centre, Kilkee, Co Clare. V15D276.

Or by email to: 
Closing date is the 11/04/2025

RCB are contract hosts on behalf of Pobal and funded by the  Department of Rural and Community Development.
 

VACANCY Production Assistant

Job Description

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.
Duties
Assist with production of radio programmes; implement programming schedule; on-air presenting; audio editing; desk operation
Sector: information and communication.

Application Details
Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

You can register your interest, details here or you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

DOONBEG COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

Ref: #CES-2382574

No of positions: 1
Part Time.

Community Employment Programme.
Hours per week: 19.5 hours per week
Community Employment Programme Rates

Closing On: 17 Apr 2025

VACANCY Part Time – Administration & Accounts


South West Clare Community Radio CLG T/A Raidió Corca Baiscinn
Vacancy – Part Time – Administration & Accounts
19 hours per week

Location: South West Clare Community Radio CLG T/A Raidió Corca Baiscinn, Community Centre, Circular Road , Kilkee, Co Clare.

Job Description
 
Administration & Accounts
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible, innovative in their approach and committed to providing a quality service meeting the needs and priorities of the people we support.
 
Essential Criteria
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience of office administration including bookkeeping, financial returns, payroll and computerised Sage accounts
• Experience in petty cash system, debtors and creditors and general ledgers, participants payroll, bank reconciliation and revenue returns.
• Ensure set up of employees wages on bank account
• Experience of budgeting and financial record keeping
• Experience of preparing financial reports
• Excellent IT skills including MS Office
• The Administrator will be responsible for preparing the returns and complying with funder procedures including payroll, public procurement and the Purchase Order system.
• Maintain all records as required by POBAL, CnM and RCB
Compliance with the funder’s requirements regarding eligibility of individuals to hold a CSP supported post is set out in the job description, which is available from      

All roles are subject to funding continuation.
• Short listing may apply, A panel may be formed from which future vacancies may be filled
• RCB Community Radio Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
• Satisfactory references and Garda vetting will be required.
• Fixed term contract April 2025 to December 2025 subject to funding.

This position will be based in RCB – a Community Services Programme based in Kilkee, Co Clare 

The person appointed must be eligible under Pobal CSP employment criteria.

Applications (with CV) should be sent to:
Station Manager, South West Clare Community Radio CLG T/A Raidió Corca Baiscinn, Community Centre, Kilkee, Co Clare. V15D276.

Or by email to: 
Closing date is the 11/04/2025

RCB are contract hosts on behalf of Pobal and funded by the  Department of Rural and Community Development
 

From Claire to Clare

Join Claire and Florent, a family who for 6 months settled in West Clare with their two children as they take us on their journey of cultural discovery and through their own experiences, explore the fascinating contrasts between life in France and Ireland, offering fresh perspectives on the Emerald Isle.
Each episode takes listeners on a cultural exploration, diving into topics like daily life, traditions, the school system, music, and much more. Whether you’re a local, an expat, or simply curious about the world beyond your doorstep, their stories and conversations promise to inform and inspire.

From Claire to Clare : Episode 1


From Claire to Clare : Episode 2 Language


From Claire to Clare : Episode 3 – Schools


From Claire to Clare : Episode 4 – Schools Part 2


From Claire to Clare : Episode 5 Language Part 2


From Claire to Clare : Episode 6 – Discover Ireland


From Claire to Clare : Episode 7 – Daily Life


From Claire to Clare : Episode 8 – Music

Radio Beams – Hillary Gilmore on her art supported by her son Shane.

Radio Beams this week is mother and son Hillary Gilmore and her son Shane .This week we are speaking to them about over 50 years of Hillary work. In the well know magazine called The Other Clare.First published by the Shannon Archaeological and Historical Society in 1977.
Hilary was born in Galway and studied art and illustration in Dublin.
In fairness to Hillary she has created illustrations of most of the archeaological sites around Clare.

Community Unity – Tomas, Kateryna, Robbie Brown , Ruth Morrow.

This week on Community Unity , Teresa was out and about into Loophead over the Bank Holiday and meets Potato and Capuchino, a couple of alpacas from flyingalpaca at the Lighthouse.

Querrin native Robbie Browne launches a fundraiser at Keanes Bar this Friday, 9th May from 9PM in aid of the old Schoolhouse refurbishment. Meanwhile in the area this Sunday afternoon, 11th May the Querrin Regatta returns to Querrin Pier with races starting at 2:30PM..
Audrey has the Community Diary of Events. Kateryna starts her work experience this week, and steps into the studio to make her radio debut.
Next up, Ruth Morrow , Respiratory Nurse Specialist with the Asthma Society of Ireland sheds light on the illness, offering tips and information for sufferers and carers. Tomás has another in depth review, this week delving into ‘The Rings of Power’ a new series airing on Amazonvideo.


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Monday-Friday 1:00pm: – 9:00pm
Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Telephone : 083-0232022 or contact us by Web Form

Schedule from Monday 05th May


Monday 05 May Bank Holiday


1pm Opening Sting
1.01pm RCB Documentary – Special Delivery
2pm Programme Share – Ireland’s Oceans
3pm RCB Archive Documentary Hour – Phantoms of the Opera
4pm Music Interlude
4.10pm Gramadach Gan Nua Ep 6&7
4.40pm Documentray Series – Mutton Island Ep 1
5.15pm RTE Doc on One – Wilkinson on Broadway
6pm Sports Show
7pm Gospel Talk with John Morrison
7:30pm Programme Share – The Dublin Public House Ep 3
8pm West Wind Blows Educational – Yeats
9pm Closing Sting



Tuesday


1pm Opening Sting

News
1.08pm Community Unity
2pm Programme Share – Hedge Schools Series Ep 5
2.45pm Faraway Voices Ep 2 – Anastasia
3pm Mass
3.30pm Radio Beams
4pm News
4.08pm KCT 8 2024 – Ruairi O’Conchuir – Water is Life
5.30pm RTE Doc on One – The Burning of Ennistymon
6pm Hospital Requests
7pm Sports Show Rpt
8pm Programme Share – Queeriosity
9pm Closing Sting



Wednesday


1pm Opening Sting
1.01pm News
1.08pm Mike’s Melodies with Mike Lowe
3.15pm Faraway Voices Ep 2 – Anastasia
3.30pm Paulines Poems
4pm News
4.08pm S&V Documentary – Lookouts on the Loop
5.05pm New Series – Birth Months – May
5.40pm RCB Social Benefit – Whales of Wonder Ep 7
6.00pm Melody Lounge Show
6.30pm (Scoth)
7.30pm West Wind Blows Educational – Hamlet
8.30pm Gramadach Gan Nua Ep 6&7 Rpt
9pm Closing Sting



Thursday


1pm Opening Sting
1.01pm News
1:08pm RCB Out & About 2024 – Ep 3
2pm Mass
2.30pm Hospital Requests
3.30pm Bookline
4pm News
4.08pm Genealogy Show
4.30pm Radio Beams RPT
5pm Program Share – Dublin Punk Untold Ep 2
6.00pm Music Hour – Routes
7pm Festivals Ep 3 – Loophead Gathering
7.30pm Program Share – From Byway to Highway Ep 2
8pm Lee’s Electronic Hour
9pm Closing Sting



Friday


1pm Opening Sting
1.01pm News
1.08pm Community Unity Rpt of Tuesdays Live Show
2.10PM Programme Share – Seascapes Maritime Ireland
2.30pm Mikey’s Mix
3.30pm Blessed Wells Series Ep 4
3.50pm Music/Interlude
4pm News
4.08pm The Archive Music Hour – Smoking Room Sessions
5pm Scoth na Seachtaine
6pm John Morrison Country Gospel Hour
7pm RCB Archive Documentary Hour – Surf Clare Ep 2
8pm Mikey’s Mix (Rpt)
9pm Closing Sting



Saturday


1pm Opening Sting
1.01pm KCT 8 2024 – Ruairi O’Conchuir – Water is Life Rpt
2.30pm New Reflections
3.00pm A Litttle Bit of Gardening Show 35 – Beneficial Insects
3.30pm Pauline’s Poems Rpt
4pm Milke’s Melodies Rpt
6pm Closing Sting



Sunday


1.00pm Opening Sting
1.01pm John Morrison’s Country Gospel Hour
2.00pm RCB Out & About 2024 – Ep 3
3.00pm New Reflections
3.30pm Genealogy Show
4pm Smoking Room Sessions
5pm West Wind Blows Educational – Macbeth
6pm Closing Sting

The Genealogy Show – More Than a Name The Fitzgeralds and the Making of Ireland.

Presenters:James Gill, Rory Dillane, Lucy Ryan, Ken Bula
Producer:Lorna Moloney

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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Melody Lounge

Tune into the melody lounge with Lee Costelloe where he picks some of his favourite songs from all genres and eras, from the well known to the alternative, you’ll hear it here.Listen in on RCB every Wednesday evening at 6:00pm on RCB.

Paulines Poems

Time to unwind with Pauline’s Poems on this Summery afternoon,today Rob Hopkins joins Pauline for a delightful half hour of some original poetry and chat, with a couple of poems from local poet Geraldine Heatherton.

Radio Beams – Festival of Finn with Gerry Kennedy and Nadia.

Radio Beams show this week is with two well know people Nadda Hyder and Gerard Kennedy who are part of the team organising the 40th Festival of Finn.
Starting on Thursday evening, launched by Corofin native Kenneth O Halloran who is a world renowned international photographer.
The Festival runs from Thursday 1st of May to Monday 5th. Jammed packed with family things to do, including the World Stone Throwing Championship on the Sunday. Monday 5th includes a fancy dress and then lark in the lake.

Community Unity featuring Rob Hopkins , and Hilary Gleeson.


To start us off today , Hilary Gleeson is on the line from Kilrush Community Group & Volunteer Expo Kilrush taking place this Saturday the 3rd of May at Kilrush Community Centre From 1 PM to 3 PM, explore exciting opportunities to get involved in the community , featuring amongst others presentations from the Clare Volunteer Centre and the Clare Sports Partnership.
Rob Hopkins is in the studio with news on an upcoming concert at Monmore Chapel to
include Emma Karon , Morgan Rohan , Querrin Choir, Crack’d Spoon Dancers between 3pm and 5pm and a talk on a lesser know saint, St. Canera.
Saint Cannera (also known as Conaire or Cainder) was an Irish holy woman who lived in solitude and spiritual exile. Saint Cannera visited Scattery Island while she is mentioned in the Life of St. Senan, where she is described as having had a vision of all the monasteries in Ireland with a tower extending to the heavens, the highest was on Scattery Ireland which led to her to her refuge there. Saint Senan founded the monastic settlement on Scattery Island.

To round up Audrey has this weeks Community Diary of events for the area.
With Teresa Jackson , Audrey Spendlove , Chris Behan.


Mikey’s Mix

Friday is here and Mikeys Mix is airing live at 2:30pm come along and join in. 🙌🚰☘️🔥
Friday, live from 2:30pm rpt Friday evenings at 8pm.

Mikey's Mix