SPIN Now with Louise: Recent Episodes
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A 75-year-old Louth woman Collette O'Hagan has become the first woman in Ireland and the UK to run 1,000 marathons and she is not stopping there, she has run everywhere from New Zealand to Tokyo, as well as across Europe and the US. She Joined Katie on Life Unscripted to tell her inspiring story.
Freelance Broadcaster, Author and bullying campaigner Chris Sherlock Joined Katie on Life Unscripted on SPIN Now to tell his story, Chris was forced to leave school when he was only 13 years old and just three weeks into secondary school after being the victim of brutal bulling, he tells Katie his only regret was not telling someone sooner.
Listen back in full here.
The Inspiring Conor O'Keeffe Joined Katie on Life Unscripted on SPIN Now Conor is the creator of Flip the script Podcast he is a Ultra Endurance Coach plus Ultra runner Founder, he is the mind behind Project 32, a feat of staggering endurance he completed last year where he ran 32 marathons, in 32 days, in 32 counties raising over €67,500 for pieta house. He talks to Katie about what inspired him to change his life around.
Daragh Fleming is an author, freelance writer, and award-winning mental health blogger from Cork, He has an MA in Linguistics, a BA in Applied Psychology, and a passion for mental health, He joined katie Live in studio on Life Unscripted to chat ahead of Mental Health Week.
Joanne Tierney owner of Pheonix Float Rooms joined katie on SPIN Now to chat about the benifits of float rooms explaing how Float therapy provides a unique experience of floating in a serene tank filled with body-temperature water and Epsom salts. By disconnecting from external stimuli, individuals can immerse themselves in deep relaxation and self-reflection. Many people find float therapy to be a calming and rejuvenating practice that enhances mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
This effective method aids in relaxation, stress relief, and boosting creativity. Those who experience float therapy often describe it as restful, revitalizing, and sometimes profound. Because stress exacerbates many health conditions, float therapy can serve as a beneficial treatment for various health issues. Research indicates that float therapy can alleviate stress, depression, anxiety, and pain, while also improving optimism and sleep quality. It is frequently utilized to support overall wellness.
Other terms for float therapy include sensory deprivation therapy, isolation therapy, floatation therapy, or restricted environmental stimulation therapy (REST).
Evan Mansfield Joined Katie on SPIN Now to chat about how, The supports he received for autism were key to his success, Diagnosed with autism at the age of three, Evan Mansfield says the supports he received through his educational journey were key to his academic success
The 22-year-old, from outside Dungarvan, Co Waterford, has just graduated from the University of Limerick and ready to begin his master’s in the US.
The very Humble, Relatable Comedian KYLA Cobbler Joined Katie on SPIN now to chat about her Gone Rogue tour around Ireland with US comics Michelle Wolf and Marnie Manning to explore the country by day and gig by night.
In January, she'll finish on a high with a trip to Dublin's Olympia Theatre and London's Leicester Square Theatre.
All Shows going towards a good cause Womens Aid she has been training hard to take part in Dublin's Marathon in October.
Jose Ramirez Joined Katie Live in studio on SPIN Now to chat about Their clinic Chiren Therapy and its benefit's to their many patients, Katie opens up about how the therapy she has received has changed her life, Jose explains how their clinic is one of a kind and has changed the lives of many people, living with physical pain, dealing with anxiety, PTSD, and many other conditions.
https://chiren.ie/clinic.php
Irish Singer Songwriter Sarah Mc Ternan Joined Katie Live in studio to catch up, she chats about her plans for new music after taking time out to have her second child, she openly chats about her diagnosis of ADHD and her struggle with anxiety.
Dr Tara Logan Buckley Joined Katie on SPIN Now, she is a Chartered Senior Clinical Psychologist , Tara has been a guest speaker on various podcasts, radio shows and has appeared many times on TV shows like Ireland AM she has presented conferences, and she has presented her research on bariatric surgery and obesity both at a national and international level. Tara is a member of The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and its clinical division.
Limerick's Comedian Faye Shortt Joined Katie Live in Studio on SPIN Now to Catch up on her hectic life of late, and how she balances it all, She Chats about being on tour with her dad, Comedian Pat Shortt and what they have coming up.
Journalist Rebecca Lenihan from Iconic Media Joined Katie LIVE in studio to chat about the opinion piece she wrote: I’m a curvy girl and this is what I thought watching Bridgerton Season 3.
Dr Megan Klabunde – Seed Talks is back in Dolans Megan chats to katie about How Trauma Effects the body and mind.
Sarah Kelly joins Katie from Griffith College to chat how to Survive leaving cert 2024, Sarah will give tips and tricks to remain calm during the most stressful time of the year for students, she will advise the southwest on what to do when choosing the course, they want in September and what's available to them at Griffith college as they celebrate 50 years this year.
Limerick’s ISKA World Champ – Kick Boxer 24-year-old Hayleigh Kiely a primary school teacher here in limerick Joins Katie LIVE IN Studio to chat about recently been crowned the ISKA World Champion.
Liam Mulcahy and Paul Darmody from Limerick Gaelic Masters Joins Katie in studio to chat about the over 40s Limerick Gaelic team and the importance of having an hobby outside of work and home life, they chat about the importance of Men's Mental Health.
Katie Caught up with The Coronas in Cork Ahead of their Tour and the release of the single Speak Up, Out Now!
Limericks Rapper WILLZEE Joined Katie Live in studio on SPIN Now to chat about his upcoming book and new music, They chat about his upcoming Tv appearance with Pat Short.
24 Time World Champion Powerlifter & Body Builder, Limerick’s Angie Macnamara Joins Katie LIVE in studio to chat about her most recent win and securing world champion again along with breacking two world records, Angie tells Katie her inspiring story and explains why she still does the work she does daily at the age of fifty.
It Was Cystic Fibrosis Day Friday the 12th of April and April is Autism Awareness Month, Inspiring Mother Claire Merrigan Joins Katie on SPIN Now to Chat about her son Mason who has both C.F and Autism, Mason's Journey with C.F has been particularly harder than other CF patients having Both conditions has made masons 10 years in this world difficult, Katie brings awareness to both conditions with Claire & Masons story.
Influencer Ellisha Blake Aka PMDD Girlie on Tik Tok Joined Katie on SPIN Now to chat about PMDD a Condition that affects an estimated one-in-20 women across Ireland People with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) have PMS symptoms (bloating, headaches and breast tenderness) in the weeks before their period. But PMDD also causes severe anxiety, depression and mood changes. Some people with PMDD become suicidal. Katie shares her lived experience of Living with PMDD and her needing a Full Hysterectomy at 32, Ellisha chats about how she now lives with PMDD and how she manages her symptoms of PMDD and why she became an advocate to help other woman understand the debilitating disability.
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John Gibbons Joined Katie on SPIN Now to catch up, He Chats about how he got in to the music industry, and what he would have been if he did not become a Dj & Prroducer, plus he tells katie his guilty plesure song, he chats new music and more.
Jake Carter joined Katie live in studio on SPIN Now to Catch up, and chat about his new EP.
Comedian Tom O’Mahoney is back and joining SPIN Now once a month with Katie for some Foolery with Tom, Tom had Katie's blood pressure through the roof in todays interview, He has no filter.
Barry Murphy from Hermitage Green joined Katie live in studio to catch up.
He explained how they came up with the bands name and he chats about their latest single, "All you can be" plus their upcoming tour and he gave the game This or That a go wit 30 seconds on the clock.
Robert Grace Joins Katie as this week's special guest he is an Irish singer-songwriter from County Kilkenny, signed to Sony Records, Robert Grace is considered the Irish intersection between Twenty-One Pilots and Jon Bellion. An apt comparison considering that the singer and musician from the Emerald Isle combines an intimate singer/songwriter sensibility with an instantly catchy and sometimes quite tongue-in-cheek pop catchiness. Mr. Grace has already demonstrated his special knack for heavily ironic instant hits last year with the acoustic mood-lifter “Fake Fine” & with his single “The Hurt You Gave Me,” the Irishman now continues his musical self-healing therapy with his latest track “EUPHORIA” which is this week's TOTW on SPIN Now.
Comedian Bernard Oshea Joins Katie as this weeks special guest,He is a Irish comedian from Durrow, County Laois, Ireland. He made his name on the satirical sketch TV show Republic of Telly. O'Shea started in the entertainment business at an early age and has a huge following on social media due to his hilarious content, He chats to Katie about the upcoming Punch Line Festival at UCH.
Limerick Mom, Aine Healy Collins Joins Katie LIVE IN Studio on "Life Unscrippted" To chat about Hollies Journey a book she has created and released to help parents and children navigate through Grief, she opens about loosing her daughter on Christmas day 2022 and how she found peace in writing this book to help others while keeping her daughters name alive.
Irish Pop star LYRA Joins Katie as this week's special guest on "Life Unscrippted" on SPIN Now to tell her inspiring story of her rise to fame, She opens up about how hard it can be in the industry, she takes on the game This or That Plus she chats about her new track “Chess” and her upcoming Debut Album out 26/04/2024
Inspiring, Sarah Collopy, “Relationship with food and fat loss coach” joins Katie live in studio on "Life Unscrippted" to chat how she built her buisness by inspiring people and coaching them to the best version of themselves.
Sarah opens up about her Dignosis of ADHD, and chats of the many challgenges she faced to get to where she is now.
Life Unscripted is Kicking off with New Year Better me, Influencer & Mindset Coach, Mindset with Martha joins me LIVE In studio to chat about how you can kick off 2024 in the best way, both physically and mentally to become the best version of yourself this year.
This week on Life Unscripted Shane Rooney Co Founder of the Hey How are ya Campaign Joins Katie Live in studio to tell his inspiring story of how he fought his way back from depression to create a campaign to help People talk more, when not feeling ok, this campaign is being supporting and backed by Irish Celebrity's Ap Mccoy, Rachel Blackmore, Willie Mullins, Cian O’Connor, and Ruby Walsh.
This weeks Special Guest joining Katie on SPIN Now is SANTA CLAUSE, Santa tells Katie some of his secrets on how he gets around the world in one night, how he fits all those presents in the slay, his favourite Xmas Traditions and so much more.
Santas top ELF Snickerdoodle McJinglespants, joined Katie on SPIN Now telling her all about the life of a Elf,and he has a special message for the kids of Ireland.
Life Unscripted In this segment, guests share their personal stories of overcoming challenges, pursuing their passions, and navigating life’s unexpected twists. It’s a platform for genuine, unscripted conversations that inspire, motivate, and connect with the listeners. Influencer Denise Renehan joins Katie live in studio to inspire our listeners on her massive weight loss Journey, loosing over six stone in just 3 Years. “Dinny To Skinny”
Michelle & Peter from Limerick Treaty Suicide Prevention joins me to chat about a positive event happening in Limerick when lighting up this year's Xmas tree on the bored walk, lots of Irish Artists to attend including King Fisher, Santa the Grinch and so much more.
Life Unscripted In this segment, guests share their personal stories of overcoming challenges, pursuing their passions, and navigating life’s unexpected twists. It’s a platform for genuine, unscripted conversations that inspire, motivate, and connect with the listeners.
Muriel Foley – from Simplifing success podcast, lecturer, founder of MGFD.IE and social media influencer joins me live in studio as this week's special guest on SPIN Now.
Comedian Tom O'mahony Joined Katie live in studio on SPIN Now to chat about his Tour
"THICK ENOUGH" He had Katie in Stiches Chatting about his thoughts on Robots being peoples companions.
Nathan Dawe joined katie on SPIN Now, to chat about being the new presenter on SPIN Friday Night residency, He chats about his latest track plus his upcomg gig in dublin in December, and plays This or That with Katie.
“Life Unscripted” on SPIN Now
In this segment, guests share their personal stories of overcoming challenges, pursuing their passions, and navigating life’s unexpected twists. It’s a platform for genuine, unscripted conversations that inspire, motivate, and connect with the listeners this weeks special guest is Chrissy Hawkins from the Why Not Podcast.
Life Coach & Mental Wellbeing Coach, Sarah Ryan joins Katie Live in studio as this weeks special guest.
For the Month of Oct, katie will be chatting to different Provisionals on different topics, educating listeners on some of the causes and conditions that cause peoples mental health decline, final week Dr Antonia Okeefe Joins katie as this week’s special guest on SPIN Now.
For the Month of Oct, katie will be chatting to different Provisionals on different topics, educating listeners on some of the causes and conditions that cause peoples mental health decline, week three Dr Paul Matthews Joins katie as this week’s special guest on SPIN Now.
For the Month of Oct, katie will be chatting to different Provisionals on different topics, educating listeners on some of the causes and conditions that cause peoples mental health decline, week two Dr Mary Scriven Joins katie as this week’s special guest on SPIN Now.
Across the next 4 weeks katie will be chatting to different Provisionals on different topics, educating listeners on some of the causes and conditions that cause peoples mental health decline, week one Dr Lorcan Martin Joins katie as this week’s special guest on SPIN Now.
Marie Hunt, Nurse, Midwife, and Psychotherapist joined katie Live in studio this week as this week's special guest to chat about October being pregnancy and infant loss awareness month.
Listeners desecration advised it may be triggering.
Pregnancy and infant loss free phone service is available for anyone who might need support on 1800 80 7077
Ryan Sheridan joins katie on SPIN Now as this weeks special guest, to chat about his upcoming preview tour plus he plays this or that and sings LIVE In studio.
Lea Heart joins katie to chat about her new track stolen and the personal meaning behind it.
Eddie, Magoo and Fitz from the band Kingfisher joined katie on SPIN Now as this weeks special guests.
Inspiring 24 year old Rebecca Buston joined Katie as this weeks special guest, She chats about her journey back from an eating disorder and stage one melanoma, to becoming a personal trainer and using her platform to inspire and educate her generation.
if you've been effected or have concerns that someone you love has a eating disorder, contact your GP or head over to bodywhys.ie
you can contact the irish cancer society on 01-2310500
Aoife Lee, parent coach of https://www.parentsupport.ie/ joined katie on SPIN Now as this weeks special guest, on a back to school special.
Charleen Murphy & Ellie Kelly from Hold my Drink Podcast joined katie on SPIN Now as this week's special guests.
Keith Walsh joined Katie as this weeks special guest to chat about ADHD, he openly speaks about being diagnosed at 49 and how it changed his life, he talks through why he went for the assessment and the affect ADHD had on his life before his diagnosis, plus the symptoms he had for years and speaks openly on how he now lives a completely different life.
Niall Gibbons founder and creator of the brand MORE THAN A NUMBER joined katie live in studio, to chat about why he started this brand in aid of suicide prevention and he openly speaks about the loss of his best friend.
Katrina Fanneran - Mullins, joins Katie on SPIN Now to chat about MPS and the boy in blue campaign.
Derek Mackessy from Marathon club Ireland joins Katie LIVE in studio ahead of the great limerick run 2023, He chats about taking part in every run sense 2010, plus he chats about his impressive miles he has ran including, 292 marathons, 2 x 48 ultras, 10 x 24hr runs, 5 x 100 mile run, and that's just naming a few, be prepared to be inspired.
Rita McDonnell, Fitness Coach & Dance teacher & founder of Built like a dancer, joins Katie in studio to chat about her heels class, plus she chats about the benefits dancing can have on your body and mind.
Denise Harding & Claire Flynn from Mental health Ireland joins Katie LIVE in studio to chat about the "How are you Campaign"
Aimee Joined Katie to chat about her new track "HURT LIKE HELL" on SPIN Now and they chat about what's to come in the coming months for the rising pop star.
Chasing Abbey, joined Katie LIVE in studio, to chat about their new track "LIE" plus they play a quick fire round "Get to know the boys" plus 30 seconds on the clock.
Inspiring story from Limerick man John Kinsella who went from the couch and weighing 17 stone to register for the 6 mile in the Great Limerick Run, to now running daily to running for Ireland & running for Boston and being the first Irish man back in New York Marathon.
Evan Ward, Manager of the Women’s Aid Face-to-Face Services joins Katie in studio as this week’s special guest to chat about Women’s Aid Stand strong campaign with Allianz, they chat about what domestic violence is, who it affects and how Women’s Aid can help.
Limerick boxer Lee Reeves joins Katie LIVE in studio to chat about boxing and Mental Health Awareness.
Stephanie Bowden joins Katie on SPIN Now to chat about her experience of being a Team Leader on RTE Operation Transformation 2023.
Tommy Bowe is an Irish former rugby union player from County Monaghan, He played on the wing for Ulster Ireland, also known as the Presenter of Ireland AM joins Katie to chat about his clothing collection XV Kings and what his plans are for Xmas2022
Coach, Rowan O'Shea joins Katie on SPIN Now to chat binge eating, emotional eating, and how you can set goals, and smash every one of them.
Number one dating expert in Ireland Francis Kelleher joins Katie as this weeks special guest to chat about online dating, red flags and ghosting.
Johnny Owens joins Katie to chat how we can support the men in our lives this Movember.
Faraway Martin joins Katie on SPIN Now to chat about his new track "I Got Fire" the track is FIFA 2023 advert for Hyundai.
Wild Youth joins Katie live in studio to promote their upcoming Irish tour. They did more laughing then promoting, listen in full here.
DJ Jen Payne joins Katie on SPIN Now to chat about her new show, only on SPIN, Jen kick starts your weekend from 6pm every Friday night.
Paul Howard chats with Louise about his smash hit show, Copper Face Jacks: The Musical, which hits Limerick for the first time this summer, featuring Johnny Ward as Gino Wildes!
The creator of Ross O’Carroll Kelly – Paul Howard, Copper Face Jacks: The Musical, is a love story set on the eve of a Dublin v Kerry All Ireland Final, when a sweet Kerry girl ends up falling head over her flat-shoes for the Captain of the Dublin football team – Gino Wildes.
Can love to conquer all as these two young sweethearts face massive cultural and linguistic hurdles on their road to happiness/Croker?
FASHION DESIGNER AOIFE MCNAMARA ON SPIN NOW Fashion Designer AOIFE McNamara celebrates 3 years of business at her innovative design hub in Adare this weekend, she chats fashion, sustainability, and the boost to business the ProAm will bring this week!
WILD YOUTH ON SPIN NOW Conor and Dave chat with Louise about Wild Youth's first release of the summer - "Live Without You’.
GODKNOWS ON SPIN NOW SPIN's own God Knows is back with a bang on his new single ‘Twelve 61’. The track features none other than Zimdancehall star Jah Master who has been making waves internationally!
Hayley Rice shares her top tips this summer, from building self-esteem to the LC... and why not posting your holidays snaps on social media is one of the healthiest choices you can make! food for thought.
Reece Creed joins Louise on SPIN Now for the next six weeks, to keep you up to date on all the love island Goss.
The Black Eyed Peas, with 35 million album sales, 9 international number one singles and 6 Grammys, have confirmed their ONLY show in Ireland this year.
Colm O Regan: Future Limerick Climate and Art Festival on SPIN NOW. Sunday’s Child Theatre in association with Lime Tree Theatre | Belltable hosts FUTURE LIMERICK: Climate Arts Festival, Ireland’s inaugural, multidisciplinary climate arts festival in Limerick this May. FUTURE LIMERICK: Climate Arts Festival runs from May 16th – 21st 2022, tickets for all events available immediately through www.limetreetheatre.ie Catch Colm O Regan's show "Climate Worrier' at the Belltable on Saturday May 21. The ambition for this inaugural festival is to use art and creativity to engage the wider community in Limerick and beyond on the issues of sustainability and climate change and to spark debate on what a low-carbon future could look like. More information can be found on www.futurelimerick.ie Booking is now open online at www.limetreetheatre.ie or by calling the box office on 061 – 953 400.
Julie Jay and Fred Cooke on SPIN NOW. Have you ever aired your marital dirty laundry in public? And managed to make it funny? That’s exactly what West Kerry’s comedy couple Julie Jay and husband Fred Cooke are planning to do when they take to the stage of Siamsa Tíre in Tralee on May 21st. Tickets and more information @SiamsaTíre.ie
Hermitage Green perform LIVE on SPIN NOW. Limerick is the place to be for the June Bank Holiday weekend with Limerick favourites Hermitage Green, US rock band The National, roof-raising Jenny Greene & The RTE Concert Orchestra, all rocking the city for Dolan's Live at the Dockland's concert series!
Louise caught up with Hermitage Green to speak about their biggest ever hometown gig and they even performed for us live in studio! 'Hup the buachaillí!
https://www.viagogo.ie/Concert-Tickets/Rock-and-Pop/Hermitage-Green-Tickets?
Escort of the year, Jamie Flannery joins Louise on SPIN Now to chat about the return of The rose of Tralee 2022.
William and Elaine lynch join Katie on SPIN Now to chat about 10 for Tadgh. https://www.idonate.ie/7221_10-for-tadhg.html
Jack Nealon from Mungret Community College and Transition Year student Maha Shahzad, join Louise on SPIN Now. https://www.issu.ie/home
David Whelan from wild youth joins Louise on SPIN now to chat about the bands new single.
In the run up to international women's day 2022, Louise chats with female climate activists Saoirse Exton and Jessica Dunne. https://twitter.com/search?q=%23IWD22&src=typeahead_click
UL Graduate Aedín Ní Thiarnaigh joins Louise to chat about her new TV series "Faoi Bhláth’ a 13-part series that celebrates Ireland's rich biodiversity, wildflowers, culture, and folklore. Tá sé in am don rún a sceitheadh! 🤭👀Beidh 'Faoi Bhláth', ag tosú ar @RTEOne Luan an 14ú Feabhra. 13 chlár ina ndéanfar ceiliúradh ar ár mbláthanna fiáine 🌸.Ba gheall le brionglóid an clár seo a chur i láthair. Táim chomh buíoch do @Abu_Media_Teo a thug an deis dom 📺. pic.twitter.com/4pqctCHs0B — Aedín O'Tiarnaigh (Ní Thiarnaigh) (@aedinot) February 3, 2022
GARDA Inspector Donal Horgan speaks about the National GARDA recruitment drive for 11-35 year old's. and in particular opportunities in the South West. https://garda.ie/en/
Love expert, Frances Kelleher joins louise on SPIN now. https://franceskellehercoaching.com/
Irish comedian and TV star Neil Delamere speaks to Louise about dancing with the stars and his upcoming tour LIMINAL. 📣Reminder that @neildelamere show is taking place tomorrow, Saturday 22nd at the earlier time of 6pm. Tickets are still available for this hilarious comedy gig at https://t.co/YLtNT8lQ9o pic.twitter.com/3cqHO6lATC — University Concert Hall (@UCHLimerick) January 21, 2022
Rachel Gleeson from global empathy organisation NARRATIVE 4 speaks about the first ever National Empathy School Award.
We are delighted to launch the #EmpathySchoolAward today! 🏆 We're rewarding post primary schools that foster an environment of empathy, lead with kindness, and cultivate connection and understanding in their students and staff.Click for more information: https://t.co/5LnKJ5VkQ1 pic.twitter.com/zA7nSxVyaP — Narrative 4 Ireland (@Narrative4_IRL) January 20, 2022
Wallis Bird chats about her upcoming seventh studio album, the return of live music and losing a finger! https://twitter.com/wallisbird
CEO of THRIFTIFY Rónán Ó'Dálaigh speaks with Louise on SPIN Now. For more https://www.thriftify.ie/
Melanie Lynch, Founder of Herstory, joins Louise on SPIN Now. For more https://www.herstory.ie/
Moncrieff joins Louise, on SPIN now to chat about his new single "Warm"
ahead of his new EP, Set to release this spring.
BIMM President Alan Cullivan, joins Louise on SPIN Now. Are you an aspiring musician? singer-songwriter? that wants to make music your career? BIMM is Ireland's leading music industry institute, who have seen graduates like FONTAINES DC through their doors. â FAQ'S about the BA (Hons) Commercial Modern Music! â We've covered everything from how to apply, auditions, and entry requirements, as well as fees, grants, and scholarships at the link below!https://t.co/9HP8qbXqcQ — BIMM Dublin (@BIMMDublin) January 14, 2022
Barry Walsh joins Louise on SPIN Now, To chat about the ultimate Frisbee World Championships to be held at the UL in limerick this year.
Ireland's biggest TikTok Star MIRIAM MULLINS(20M views per week) joins Louise for a chat. She tells us what it takes to be "tiktok famous' and make it your career!
Irish Magician, Hypnotist, Mentalist & Brain Hacker - Keith Barry joins Louise on SPIN Now.
Robert Grace chat's on SPIN Now, he talks touring with picture this, Tik-Tok, plus signing with Sony label and his new single break the silence.
Morgan Mangan, Strategy & Compliance Director with Limerick Mental Health 2021, joins Louise on SPIN Now. Limerick Mental Health Association have launched their program of events for Limerick Mental Health Week (8th â 15th October). For more information http://www.limerickmentalhealth.ie
Éanna Ní Lamhna speaks about SPAR National Tree Day which is taking place Thursday October 7.
Taking place on October 27 2021 in Ballyhass Lakes.
150 youths from 10-18yrs will take part from different youth organisations across Limerick: Southill, Weston, Garryowen & surrounding areas.
Siamsa Tíre announces a new arts exhibition for children, showcasing the breadth of talent in contemporary Irish illustration while retelling the story of Samhain (Halloween) for a new generation. More details Here commsofficer@siamsa.com
Councillor Olivia O'Sullivan joins Louise on SPIN Now to chat about the Pigtown Food and Culture Series. The Festival is taking place this September and October across Limerick city and county, to celebrate Limerick's food culture, local food producers, and famous food heritage. More information here https://pigtown.ie/
Limerick based film director Paddy Murphy, and film maker Michael Casey join Louise on SPIN Now to chat about their creation "Lulu and the Electric Dreamboat'- a punk driven, romantic comedy that plays like a cross between 500 Days of Summer, Detroit Rock City and Scott Pilgrim VS The World. The duoâs new collaborative effort, LULU AND THE ELECTRIC DREAMBOAT, came from an original story by Michael Casey, with Paddy Murphy coming on board to help with rewrites on the screenplay. Michael Casey will also appear in the film as the protagonist Mark McDonagh fresh off appearances in The Three Donâts and playing beetle legend Paul McCartney in Mersey Boys. To support the project and find out more, follow this link > https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/michaelcaseydirector/lulu-and-the-electric-dreamboat
Paul O'Connell spoke to SPIN NOW about the €30M International Rugby Experience opening on O Connell Street in Limerick City, Autumn 2022. At a cost of €30 million, the project is funded by the JP McManus Charitable Entities, and it is envisaged the centre will attract 100,000 visitors per annum. For more>
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Ellen Tuffy chairperson of Down Syndrome Limerick joins Louise on SPIN Now, to chat about the 2021 Tour de Munster charity cycle in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland. Munster participants gear up to tackle the 600km route across the six counties of Munster from August 5th to 8th. This year's tour will be kicking off from The English Market on Grand Parade in Cork City on Thursday, 5th August, and will return to Cork to see cyclists finish up the iconic and demanding St. Patrick's Hill on Sunday, 8th August. legend and avid supporter of the Tour, Sean Kelly will be taking part in the event! To donate to this year's Tour de Munster, visit www.idonate.ie/tdm For route information and the latest information and news log onto www.tourdemunster.com or find it on Facebook. For further information on Down Syndrome Ireland please see www.downsyndrome.ie.
Irish athlete Joan Healy speaks with Louise Cantillom ahead of Sister Phil Healy Olympic mixed relay final in Tokyoâs Olympic Stadium. Cillin Greene, Phil Healy, Sophie Becker and Chris OâDonnell set a new national record of 3:12.18 with their incredible performance in the first heat on Friday. The Olympic final takes place at 1.35pm Irish time on Saturday afternoon, July 31. Watch IGTV here
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Four in the Morning front man Kevin Dolan chats to Louise on SPIN NOW.
Irish band FOUR IN THE MORNING based in Melbourne have just released their brand new single 'Keep It Together'.
Wired FM, in partnership with Limerick Institute of Technology, are running Empowering New Voices, a summer camp specifically for migrant youths in Limerick city and county from the ages of 13-17.
ENGINE shorts, a short film development and production scheme for emerging film talent in Limerick, Tipperary and Clare has announced the six winning teams from the region.
Louise chats with Festival PRO Richard Lynch and Festival Director Lisa Daly on SPIN Now about Limerick PRIDE and their virtual parade. With a physical Limerick Pride Festival not being able to take place, Limerick Pride is holding a Limerick Virtual Pride to bring Pride into your homes and to reach those who may not have ever seen or experienced a Pride event or a Pride parade before. The theme for this year's pride is Different Families, Same Love. #stillnotequal The Pride festivities will kick off as Grand Marshall Ranae von Meding will launch Pride with the Rainbow River Parade which will see over 80 swimmers from Limerick swimming group Limerick Narwhals taking to the river followed by over sailing boats, paddle boats and kayaks in a celebration of Pride on the River Shannon. https://limerickpride.ie/
Pa Sheehy joins Louise on SPIN Now to chat about his debut solo single, I saw you at a funeral.
Minister for Higher Education Niall Collins on SPIN Now. Main talking points: -CAO expectations -College accommodation shortages - The reopening of third-level Education.
This is the 40th year of Enterprise Ireland's Student Entrepreneur Awards, which are co-sponsored by Cruickshank, Grant Thornton, and the Local Enterprise Offices. The awards are open to all third-level institutions across the country.
Young Entrepreneur and Limerick lady Marion Cantillon won The Cruickshank High Achieving Merit Award for her start-up Pit-Seal. Representing University College Cork, she received a prize of €5,000 for her biofilm which eliminates the need for farmers to use plastic or tires to seal pits and reduces methane emissions.
The Grant Thornton High Achieving Merit Award and €5,000 went to Pure Clothing, the socially responsible clothing brand created by Dublin City University student Peter Timlin and University of Limerick student Richard Grimes.
While Trinity College Dublin students Tim Farrelly and David Deneher along with Omar Salem, a student at Queen's University Belfast, have won Enterprise Ireland's 2021 Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
Promising young star Michael Moloney stole our hearts when he appeared on last yearâs Late Late Toy Show with his performance of Dermot Kennedy's hit song âGiantsâ.
Much to the shock and surprise of Michael, and the audience at home, Michael was joined on set by Dermot Kennedy to perform the track together.
LASTA Festival curators Rannóg Townsend and Mamobo Ogoro joined Louise on SPIN NOW.LASTA Festival is a nationwide festival of arts programmed for young people by young people that runs until June 20
HamsandwicH's tour kicks of in Kilkenny's Set Theatre on 12 November 2021, before embarking on dates that take in Portlaoise's Kavanaghs on 13 November 2021, Dundalk's Spirit Store on 19 November 2021, Sligo's Andersons on 20 November 2021, Galway's Monroes on 3 December 2021, Limerick's Dolans on 4 December 2021, Wexford's Chapel Rowe on 11 December 2021, Dublin's Opium on 18 December 2021 Kerry's Mike The Pies on 7 January before wrapping up in Cork's Cyprus Avenue on 08 January 2022. HamsandwicH have been one of Ireland's most steady indie band's over the years as many music acts as well as trends have come and gone. Not only has HamsandwicH survived but have thrived as the band prepares to release their fourth album. Our Irish winter tour is on sake NOW!https://t.co/EgYlWIbwhehttps://t.co/5VEkSsbekEhttps://t.co/RyxP90vPGhhttps://t.co/mgagjiwfeRhttps://t.co/7dxLqo8kZKhttps://t.co/GF7SEI1FHVhttps://t.co/ICnwYXnEtmhttps://t.co/OPQY4v9khRhttps://t.co/AVP56RtchB *https://t.co/8DnHxVwIoJ pic.twitter.com/LRQTCOm6Xl — HamsandwicH (@Ham_Sandwich) May 7, 2021
Sinéad Collopy Project Coordinator with HeadsUP Clare chats to Louise on SPIN Now.
The HeadsUp website provides the facts about the mental health services in your area as well as other youth services and lets you hear about other young people's experiences.
You are not alone.
Ultra Marathon Runner Conor OâKeefespeaks to Lousie on SPIN now about LIT's FOLM project.Conor speaks about why he teamed up with us and his own passion for the outdoors and the impact it has on personal development.
Limerick boxer Lee Reeves on SPIN Now with Louise. Lee speaks about his passion for boxing and the motivation that surrounds him at home in Limerick. Lee has his sights set on fighting professionally on a world stage and says "he is too good, too committed and working too hard not to make it! "
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A true ambassador for Limerick, watch this space!
Tá grúpa nua banfhilí óg darb ainm Ó Bhéal na mBan bunaithe le gairid.
Tá an grúpa tiománta i dtreo filíocht na Gaeilge agus filíocht dáththeangach a scáipeadh, le béim spéisialta ar fhilíocht na mban.
Returning off the back of the huge success of their previous single 'Lately', Chasing Abbey take centre stage once more, imbuing hope and defiance for all with their new dance-pop-infused single, 'Defeated' released on March 19th.
"The song is about trying your absolute best, but inevitably failing and the positives and negatives that come from that. It's a song about resilience and the ability to get back up when you're down"
Louise chatted to Quit Leader Colm Flood on advice to quit smoking with the @HSEQuitTeam
March is quit month!
We're hoping to inspire others to start their own quit plan at https://bit.ly/3qBsQIi.
Irish heptathlete Róisin Howard chats to Louise on Spin Now.
Limerick and Clare ETB have launched a new joint initiative to support woman who aspire to have careers in technology.
March is quit month!
Lousie spoke with HSE Quit Advisor Bernie Mullins.
Bernie shares some great advice on quitting smoking with the help of the @HSEQuitTeam
We're hoping to inspire others to start their own quit plan at https://bit.ly/3qBsQIi.
Niall Larkin programme director at the RDI Hub joined Louise on Spin Now. The RDI is a vibrant environment for startups and corporates to learn and collaborate together to accelerate growth. A first of its kind, RDI Hub focuses on commercialisation of innovation and research in the technologiesâ sectors and helps both indigenous and international start-ups and corporates scale their business. This facility is a big win for Southwest as it means s and innovators will have access to a world-renowned pre-accelerator programmes and mentorship regardless of their geographic location. ð¢ Are you interested in working with Startups and maximising your support? Register now https://t.co/4T2c7nEIWF@NDRC_hq #MasterclassSeries has launched! 12 unique courses on mentoring, angel investing, corporate innovation & moreðFor more info: https://t.co/4T2c7nEIWF pic.twitter.com/OUfppPWK3o — RDI Hub (@RDIhubIreland) February 18, 2021
Links: rdihub.com/ | www.linkedin.com/company/rdi-hub/
Aspiring actor and comedian Faye Shortt joined Louise live on Spin Now! Faye chats about making comedy in lockdown with her famous father Pat Shortt their online hit "The Wellness Hour with Paaaah and Síle' which they wrote during lockdown. A once-off live stream airs tonight at 7pm! More details here. Back due to popular demand and for one night only on Sat 20th Feb is The Wellness Hour with Paaah & Sile Show! Tickets from tomorrow at 9am on https://t.co/ddlu0H4QDb! @RTE_Ents @entertainmentIE @RTEToday Many thanks to the @DeptCulturelRL for their support for this production pic.twitter.com/o303AnWAPt — Pat Shortt (@Pat_Shortt) February 11, 2021
17-year-old mountain biker and young sportsperson of the year 2021- Oisin O'Callaghan joined Louise on Spin Now to chat about his outstanding sporting achievements. Oisin OâCallaghan has been trailblazing... literally in modern Irish cycling history!
Earlier this year he signed a professional contract with team YT Mob racing, built around German bike manufacturer YT Industries and several other headline sponsors, which specializes in downhill mountain bike racing. Oisin from Ard Patrick Limerick won the UCI junior mountain bike world championships which were held in Austria in October 2020, the first time that any Irish rider has won gold at the competition! His dream was to be world champion mountain biker and he has done it! Chatting on Spin Oisin says his goal now is to become junior elite world champion and to keep winning all of his races! What a champ. If you're brave enough to watch Oisin in action, check out his twitter videos- here !
Hermitage Green's Darragh Griffin chats to Louise about his new solo project FIGR and his debut single "Fear'. Darragh Griffin launched a solo project under the name FIGR recently. He started writing for this project last January and threw himself fully into it during the first lockdown. He wrote, produced and recorded all the songs at home in Clare. He played all the instruments then reached out to some vocalists to feature on the tracks - Conor from Toucan, Niamh Hinchy of Toucan/ Weenz and Ronan Mitchel of Fox Jaw. Check out FIGR here