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International Writers Network with Mabel Mnensa

Declan McGlade November 11, 2022

This week Mabel Mnensa Author joins Mary Oyediran to talk about her debut Children book Kantiga. This episode features Writing events and the Howth , Poetry, Art and Music Festival.

New Book From Ciaran O’ Driscoll Titled Angel Hour

7th Seal November 5, 2021

Author Ciaran O’ Driscoll joins Noel McGuinness to discuss his new book called Angel Hour a beautiful collection of poems curated into seven sections.

A Conversation with Maynooth-born Poet John Doyle.

John Connell December 18, 2020

John Connell from NearFM speaks with Maynooth-born poet John Doyle about his own method of composing poetry. John has had six poetry books published since 2015. He reads out seven poems from his published work. These poems are, – Man of the…

International Writers Network – 28th of October

7th Seal October 29, 2020

Tuesday 28th October 2020 We are honoured to have two outstanding international Writers unleash their wisdom, talents, humour unfolding their journey in creative writing, poetry and music. SPECIAL GUESTS WRITERS 1.Nengi Bestowe Writer/Gospel Singer 2.Daveyinthevalley Writer/Artist/Singer 3.Theme: Radical

International Writers Network – with guests Elizabeth Akinwande and Eva Creely

Neil October 27, 2020

Two awesome female writers, sharing their wisdom and gift for creative writing and poetry. Taking us through their writing journeys, we gain insight discovering their writing adventures. Not a dull moment! 1.Elizabeth Akinwande Writer/ Poet 2.Eva Creely Creative Writer 3.Theme: Race

The Arts Show: Poet Catherine Barry reads from her recent book, A Beautiful Pain, at the book launch in the Writers Centre, Parnell Square, Dublin.

John Connell September 25, 2020

A poetry reading from Catherine Barry’s recent book, A Beautiful Pain, recorded at the book launch last February, at the Writers’ Centre, Parnell Square, Dublin. Available in all good bookshops, Catherine’s heartfelt poems chronicle Dublin from the 1970s to the present. Highly…

Interview with Bríd Fitzpatrick, author and poet.

John Connell August 4, 2020

Bríd Fitzpatrick had her novel, The Book of the Brown Calf, Moo-Calf, published by Swan Press in 2005. More recently, her poetry book Poem Drops, came out in 2018. Bríd sits down with John Connell, and reads from her novel, as well…

International Writers Network: 21st July 2020

Paul Brazil July 23, 2020

Tune in for another unique hour with amazing Writers sharing their experiences and insights on the art of writing for self-development and poetry. This weeks guests included: Author, Pat Howe Writer/poet, Naoimh Veidge The Theme of the week is Love

Reminiscence on the Radio – Episode 1

7th Seal January 14, 2020

In the brand new series ‘Reminiscence on the Radio’ which looks back at memories from the 1950s and 60s through songs, stories, soundtracks and a splash of poetry, Karen Meenan spoke to Pat McLaughlin and Rosemary Quinn. The year featured was…

Atmahead Atmahead @ The Near FM Sessions

7th Seal December 19, 2019

After his on-stage benediction by Poly Styrene from X-Ray Specs in the early 80’s Atmahead Atmahead has been ubiquitous force in Punk Rock over the last 4 decades! Also known under various pseudonyms such as Cosmic John or John Nobody, he has…

Northside Today 08-11-2019 Grace Wilentz talks to Noel McGuinness about her book of poems “Holding Distance”

Neil November 11, 2019

Grace Wilentz talks to Noel McGuinness about her love of poetry and her book of poems “Holding Distance” which was launched in Dublin on 30th October 2019. “Holding Distance” is published by Green Bottle Press. Grace’s poems have appeared in Irish, British…

International Writers Network – Raven

George Mulcahy August 9, 2019

Raven is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, performer plus arts educator. He originated from San Francisco, California and moved to Dublin 14 years ago. On the 25th June 2019 Raven honoured the invitation from the International Writers Network to attend an interview at…