Galway Bay fm

Unplugged with Dylan Connolly

This special St. Patrick's Day programme features stripped-back, unplugged performances from some of Ireland’s top artists, recorded and mixed by Dylan Connolly.

It includes an exclusive interview and live session with The Rosecaps, along with a backstage deep dive with Leo Moran of The Saw Doctors as he discusses the band's resurgence.

Country Life with Keith Fahy (Tuesday, 27th August 2024)

Tonight, on Country Life we have Liam Filan from Lely discussing robotic milking systems and their upcoming event, Amy Forde From the Irish Farmers Journal on changes in regulation to farmers for splash plate, Teagasc Acres Specialists on the upcoming Hedgerow week and events. Mart reports and community news as always. 

Christmas Messages 2024 with Bernadette Prendergast

The Galway Bay fm Christmas Messages Programme, which features Galway's civic and religious leaders, has been running continuously for the last thirty six Christmasses, and is now a festive fixture in Galway's cultural calendar.

 

Presented by Head of News Bernadette Prendergast, it is a chance to reflect on the year gone by and to hear, in a different way, from the people who represent so many of you across the city and county. They will also share their Christmas memories, with a few funny tales along the way.

 

There are also a few breaks for music with the 'Desert Island Christmas Discs' as selected by our guests - Mayor of Galway Peter Keane; Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council Martina Kinane; Bishop of Galway Michael Duignan; Reverend Alistair Doyle, Curate, St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Galway and representing the United Church Galway, a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, Reverend Helen Freeburn.

 

Throw another log on the fire, make yourself comfy and enjoy some chat and music.

Clár sa Charr EP9

Clár sa Charr has returned to Big Bay Breakfast! Gach maidin Dé Luan, we'll be joining Éanna & Róisín for some comhrá 'gus craic on the school run. It will be a great way to learn Irish in a fun way at 7.45am. So bígí linn maidin Dé Luan anseo ar Galway Bay FM. Clár sa Charr is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee. This week's theme is the general election! 

Radio Documentary: Isabella's Table and Letters to Sadbh

This week, bereaved parents and families across the county, country, and the world come together to commemorate the lives of their babies and lost pregnancies. In a special documentary, journalist and documentary maker Sally-Ann Barrett shares the heartfelt stories of two Galway women whose families have been deeply affected by stillbirth.

This episode, titled Isabella's Table and Letters to Sadbh, offers a poignant look into their experiences, honoring the memory of their children.

Please note: This podcast discusses sensitive topics that some listeners may find distressing.

 

Arts, Culture & Entertainment with Gary McMahon (Wednesday, 2nd October 2024)

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Gary was joined by Aislinn Ó hEocha to discuss the Babóró International Festival for Children and Annie Duffy McMahon to discuss Brian Friel's 'Mollie Sweeney.' Gary also covered a variety of topics such as the Galway Film Society's new season and new music from Newry in town, along with the regular news of upcoming gigs and events across the county.

Country Life with Keith Fahy (Tuesday, 1st October 2024)

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Keith spoke to Thomas Moloney, DLF, about covering Brassicas and event, Shane Murphy about the Aberdeen Angus Association event, and Peter Comer, Teagasc, about the Water Quality Event. Keith also covered the Dairy Women Ireland event.

Trad On The Bay with Máirín Fahy (Monday, 30th September 2024)

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Máirín is back with ceoil go deas from Back West, Daoiri Farrell, Elaine Reilly agus go leor eile!

KONNO (live interview)

Digital Media Producer of Galway Bay FM Dylan Connolly (AKA Indie rock artist KONNO) joined Kayte O'Malley in studio for a chat after the release of his debut single 'Meet Me Later'. 

The song was quickly welcomed by both the public and the music industry. Just a few days after the release announcement, Dylan was chosen as the Grass Roots Artist of the Week by 2FM's New Music Show.

 

The track is available to stream on all major platforms. 

Clár sa Charr – EP2

Clár sa Charr has returned to Big Bay Breakfast!

Gach maidin Dé Luan, we’ll be joining Éanna & Róisín for some comhrá ‘gus craic on the school run 

This week they are talked about life on the farm. 

So bígí linn maidin Dé Luan anseo ar Galway Bay FM.

Clár sa Charr is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee