BCRFM - Raised on Songs and Stories with Tara Doherty

🌿Ciara O'Donnell Preview 🌿 For the final episode of Raised on Songs and Stories, I had the pleasure of interviewing Ballina native Ciara O'Donnell. In this incredibly open and honest conversation, Ciara shares her remarkable journey of overcoming immense pain to pursue her dream as a musical artist. She opens up about deep trauma, grief, and the resilience it took to emerge stronger and follow her true path. We also discuss her bold decision to leave teaching and embrace her true authentic self. With her new EP 'Spirit Works' making waves in the industry, this is an interview you won’t want to miss! #BCRfm #ballina #comayo #ireland #domhan #singer #singersongwriter @followers

🌟Mary Golden Preview 🌟 I had the honour of interviewing Mary Golden this week. Mary bravely shared her journey through an unexpected cancer diagnosis and how she's now living with the disease. Her mission to spread awareness is truly inspiring—she wants everyone to know how they can potentially catch this early on. Along the way, she also shared some heart-warming stories about meeting her incredibly supportive husband, Glenn, and reflected on her roots and what the future holds. Mary's strength and positivity are nothing short of remarkable. #CancerAwareness #Inspiration #MarysJourney

🎙️ Willie Ruane Preview 🎙️ I had the incredible opportunity to interview Ballina local Willie Ruane, and trust me, you don’t want to miss this one! From reminiscing about his days living above the Riverboat Inn, listening to the jazz family band, to sharing insights from his professional rugby career with Connacht, Willie opens up about it all. He also discusses the tough decision to leave the pitch and how the phrase 'what's for you won't pass you' has guided him towards his amazing role as CEO of Connacht Rugby. Plus, if you're curious about how Connacht Rugby selects its players, Willie provides an inside look at the process. 📅 Tune in to BCRFM 101.9FM this Saturday at 4pm to catch the full interview, or listen on Spotify from Sunday (Raised on Songs and Stories with Tara Doherty). You won’t want to miss it! #connachtrugby #willieruane #BCRfm #irishrugby #radiointerview @followers Ballina Community Radio BCRFM Connacht Rugby IrishRugby Knockmore G.A.A. Ballina RFC Irish Rugby News

🎙️ Michelle Mulherin Preview 🎙️ Tune into BCRFM this Saturday at 4 PM for our latest episode of "Raised on Songs and Stories," featuring an insightful interview with Ballina native and former Fine Gael politician, Michelle Mulherin. In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Michelle shares her experiences as a politician, discussing the highs and lows of her career, her strong sense of faith, and its relevance to our everyday lives. She also delves into life after politics and offers her perspective on the current political climate. The episode will be released on Spotify this Sunday. Don't miss this engaging and honest discussion! @followers Michelle Mulherin Ballina Chamber of Commerce Dara Calleary TD Alan Dillon TD Simon Harris TD Fine Gael Enda Kenny

🎤 Interview with Anne Marie Forbes 🎤 This week, I had the incredible opportunity to interview Ballina local Anne Marie Forbes. Our conversation was refreshingly open and candid, exploring life's ups and downs and the belief that everything "works out in the end." Anne Marie, who works at the Jackie Clarke Museum, shared her passionate insights on the significance of this historical collection, highlighting its invaluable contribution to our town. Meeting someone as genuine and heartfelt as Anne Marie is a rare and inspiring experience. Catch the interview airing this Saturday at 4 PM, and it will also be released on Spotify this Sunday. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! @forbes.annemarie @jackieclarkecollection @jackieclarkecollection @ballinachamber Ballina Chamber @bcrfm

🎙️ This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing TV personality Henry McGlade! 🎙️ Henry was a popular DJ in Castlebar throughout the 70s and 80s and went on to become one of the most sought-after MCs in Ireland, hosting numerous celebrity weddings. Now, he heads up the TV Ireland segment on Sky News, Channel 186, at 7:30 PM, giving us invaluable insights into the lives and culture of Irish communities. The program will air on Saturday at 4 PM and be released on Spotify on Sunday. Don't miss it! #interview #henrymcglade #tvpersonality #irishculture #SkyNews #djlife #castlebar #celebritywedding #spotifypodcast @followers Ballina Community Radio BCRFM Henry Mc Glade CastlebarMayo CastlebarMayo tvireland.ie Sky TF Royal Hotel & Theatre

Mike Denver Interview

🎤 Exciting Interview with Mike Denver! 🎤 We had the pleasure of catching up with Mike Denver in Glenmaddy for a quick interview on Saturday night. Mike shared his excitement about performing at the Ballina Festival on Thursday night in Market Square. 📹 Here are some highlights from the interview! 📻 Missed the full interview? Don't worry! It aired on BCRFM last Sunday and will be replayed next weekend. Ballina Salmon Festival - Mayo Hennifer Jeavey Mike Denver Ballina Community Clean Up Ballina Community Radio BCRFM

✨ Cora Staunton Preview✨ In this inspiring interview, Cora shares her journey from playing senior football at 13 to winning four All-Ireland medals with Mayo, becoming a top scorer in the AFLW, and her recent retirement. Hear about her current work with Ballina Stephenites, her thoughts on the future of Mayo football Cora opens up about the difficult fallout from leaving the Mayo squad under harsh media scrutiny, the challenge of dealing with her mother’s passing at a young age, and her exciting plans for the future. Catch the full interview and get a glimpse into the life of one of Ireland’s greatest sports icons. Tune in Saturday at 4pm on 101.9FM. The Spotify link will be released on Sunday morning. #raisedonsongsandstories #CoraStaunton #BCRfm #irishfootballl #gaelicfootballl #aflw #inspiration #SportsIcon #mayo #ballina @followers Ballina Community Radio BCRFM aflw_ireland Carnacon LGFA Ballina Stephenites GAA Club Mayo GAA RTÉ News Ballina Community Radio BCRFM Ballina Community Radio BCRFM GWS Giants Cora Staunton Michael Commins

🎙️Hilary Lyons Preview 🎙️ This week on Raised on Songs and Stories, I had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with Hilary Lyons. We talked about her recent retirement from Gortnor Abbey in Crossmolina, where she dedicated 38 years to teaching P.E. and English. Hilary shares why she felt now was the right time to retire and opens up about her personal health journey, including a breast cancer scare and her early diagnosis of narcolepsy. Her candidness and resilience shine through in this heartfelt conversation. This interview is a must-listen, touching on many inspiring and insightful topics. Don't miss it! Tune in this Saturday at 4 PM on BCRFM and catch it on Spotify the following Sunday #ballina #comayo #ireland #bcrfm #raisedonsongsandstories Hilary Lyons @ballinasalmonfestival @Ballina Dramatic Society @bcrfm Ballina Community Radio BCRFM @breastcancersupport Western People

✨ Fr Steve Gibson Preview ✨ What an interesting interview! Father Steve, known for his service managing the Father Peyton Centre, talks to us about his upbringing in Indiana and his travels around the world. He shares the story of the day Fr. Peyton asked him to join his journey and how he had no hesitation in moving to the remote west of Ireland to continue Fr. Peyton's legacy. Father Steve gives invaluable advice and philosophical insights into the human mind and the mystery that is faith. Don't miss this captivating conversation! Fr Peyton Centre , Attymass, Ballina , Co Mayo @fatherpeytoncentre Parish of Kilmoremoy #ballina #comayo #fatherpeytoncentre #ireland #religion #irishreligion

✨ Mark Duffy Preview ✨ Welcome back to Season 2 of 'Raised on Songs and Stories' with Tara Doherty! I look forward to interviewing guests from around Ballina and giving you the chance to get to know them as well as I have. Kicking off this season is the newly re-elected Councillor Mark Duffy. In this interview, we explore Mark’s roots, from growing up on the Killala Road to his school days at Scoil Padraig and St. Muredach's College, and delve into his impressive political career. Mark also shares his insights on what the future holds for Ballina. Don't miss this captivating conversation! Tune in this Saturday at 4pm on BCRFM, and catch the episode on Spotify this Sunday. Ballina 2023 Ballina Stephenites GAA Club Ballina Soccer Club Ballina Community Radio BCRFM Ballina Community Clean Up Cllr. Mark Duffy Riverside Theatre Group #ballina #comayo #markduffy #ireland #politics

🎙️ David McGowan 🎙️ This week's interview with David McGowan was truly captivating! He shared profound insights into his understanding of death and the spiritual realm, offering invaluable words of advice along the way. Known as one of Ireland's top funeral directors and famed for his daring feat of sailing a Boeing 767 plane down the Atlantic coast, David's story makes for an unforgettable conversation. Tune in tomorrow at 4pm on BCRFM for an insightful conversation about life, death, and everything in between. Can't catch it live? No worries! You can also listen to the interview on Spotify's 'Raised on Songs and Stories with Tara Doherty' this Sunday. #davidmcgowan #ballina #CoMayo #quirkynightsglamping @followers Ballina 2023 Mayo North Tourism, Ireland Today FM David McGowan McGowans Funeral Home Quirky Nights Glamping Village Dirb McGowan Éanna Mulchrone