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Lifeline – 86% of Adults are anxious about the predicted increase in energy costs this winter.

Paul Walsh September 16, 2022

Myra Gleeson speaks to Oisin Byrne. Research director of iReach Insight Press Release. 67% of respondents are expecting cuts in electricity supplies this winter and 30% expect cuts of restrictions in motor fuel ( petrol or diesel). Visit: www.ireachhq.com

Brendan Swan remembers Ballymun Poet Pat Tierney, Ceannt Tower Rhymers’ Club and Book Launch of Spring Song at the Mansion House.

John Connell July 29, 2022

Brendan Swan was a young child 30 years ago, living in Ceannt Tower, where his parents were part of the Tenants’ Association and whose family were neighbours and close friends of ballymun Poet and Community Activist Pat Tierney. In 1991, Pat organised…

Northside Today – New Fingal Book Hello Hinterland.

Paul Walsh July 22, 2022

Author Martin Holohan talks to Mary Oyediran about his new beautifully illustrated book HELLO HINTERLAND and reading extracts from it. Visit: www.holahanbooks.ie

Lifeline – Appeal in aid of life-changing equipment for Mater Public Hospital’s National Spinal Injuries Unit.

Paul Walsh July 20, 2022

Michael Sullivan interviews Mary Moorhead, Chief Executive of the Mater Foundation about summer appeal in aid of life-changing equipment for National Spinal Injuries Unit. Donate: www.materfoundation.ie The Mater Foundation: (01) 830 3482

Afro Vibes with Dj Pozo 14th May 2022 Edition

John Connell May 27, 2022

DJ Pozo presents an hour and a half of sound and beats from around the continent of Africa. This particular episode also features an interview with the Dublin-based Afrobeat artist Boye PapaG.

Afro Vibe with Dj Pozo 7 May 2022 Episode

John Connell May 27, 2022

Dj Pozo presents the inaugural programme called Afro Vibes at Near FM 90.3. Features several styles of African music including artists such as Wizkid, Burna Boy, Focalistic, Tzy Panchak, Locko, Roga Roga etc. Enjoy!

Afro Vibe with Dj Pozo 21 May 2022 Edition

John Connell May 27, 2022

This episode of Afro Vibe sampled a mix of contemporary African beats. Also featured is an interview with Eoghan Rice from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (for Africa Day) and Dublin based Afro pop artist Ola Gerald.

Patrick Donavon talks to Alannah Cunnane, sports journalist on the Women’s International Football Team and the Women’s National League.

John Connell April 22, 2022

Patrick speaks to sports journalist Alannah Cunnane about the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s soccer team, who drew against Sweden in an away game in the World Cup Qualification Group. Alannah also talks about the Women’s National League.

Northside Today – Forthcoming Events at Ballymun Library.

Paul Walsh February 17, 2022

Enda Leaney, Senior Librarian at Ballymun Library joins Johnny Holmes to talk about some forthcoming events at the library. For more information visit: https://www.dublincity.ie/residential/libraries

Northside Today – Stardust Vigil and update on upcoming inquest.

Paul Walsh February 11, 2022

Noel McGuinness is joined by Antoinette Keegan from Justice for Stardust 48 who survived the tragedy herself but lost 2 sisters in the fire on the Vigil this Sunday 13th February from 11:30am starting at St. Joseph’s Church, Coolock, and outstanding problems…

Week in Review 5th February 2022

declanralph February 8, 2022

The local news, events and jobs and volunteering opportunities with Declan Ralph, Ken Kilbride and Sarah Bermingham….then 2 great conversations with Thomas Johnston about the brilliant children’s adventure Wunderground and Julie Jay about the stand-up comedy scene in Dublin

Atlantic, Pacific and Beyond Presented by Karen Meenan 13 – 12 – 2021

George Mulcahy December 15, 2021

Research Equity is the theme for our programme tonight. World experts Dr Agustin Ibanez from Argentina, Dr Jenny Zitser from Venezuela, Dr Boon Lead Tee from Taiwan and Dr Maira Okada de Oliveira from Brazil speak about the challenges faced sharing knowledge…