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RICC Radio Podcasts
RICC Radio is the voice of the local community, providing quality radio programmes and podcasts for the Dublin South East area. From local news, community stories and cultural features to music, sport and special interest programmes, we showcase the people, places and events that make our community unique. Broadcasting live daily podcasts, RICC Radio connects local voices with a global audience while celebrating the rich heritage and vibrant future of the Dublin South East area.
Episodes
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 226
On this episode, Conor speaks with chef Karl Wilder and Ken Ivers about Secret Street Tours Dublin, the work the organisation does to support the homeless…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 65
As October is Mental Health Month, Helen speaks with solicitor James Burke from Amorys Solicitors LLP about the legal side of mental health, including…
RICC Radio PodcastsThe RICC Sessions Episode 2
On this episode, Conor speaks with vocalist and folk session curator Emma Browne about her career as a singer and her work as the founder of the monthly…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 64
On this episode, Helen speaks with Molly Smyth, founder of the Healing Gals podcast, about being a mother, feminist and influencer in modern Ireland…
RICC Radio PodcastsWhen the Penny Drops Episode 2
On this episode, Conor speaks with Sarah McEllistrem from Codema Raytown Energy Dock about what mould is, why it develops in homes, and the steps you can take…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 63
On this episode, Helen speaks with Irish radio presenter and DJ Nikki Hayes about the challenges she’s faced in recent years, her road to recovery, and…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 225
On this week's episode, Conor speaks with Susan Gregg Farrell from the Orla Murphy Project, a community group founded in memory of the late Orla Murphy. They…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 62
On this episode, Helen speaks about AI and data with industry specialist Paul Pierotti. They also discuss his journey with haemochromatosis, being a father…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 224
On this episode, Conor speaks with Sonia Keniry from the Dublin Southeast Local Community Safety Partnership and its upcoming public safety consultation at…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 223
On this episode, Conor speaks with Paul Brannock and his father, Gerry, whose father lost his life while serving on “The Long Watch”. They discuss the upcoming…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 61
On this episode, Helen speaks with author Jennifer Betts about how to go about writing your first book and the process of becoming a published author.
RICC Radio PodcastsThe Culture Show Episode 9
On this episode, Conor speaks with actor and author Isobel Mahon about her career in TV and theatre, and how her passion for books turned into a successful…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 222
On this episode, Conor speaks with Dylan Clayton, owner and head teacher at the popular Ringsend Rock School, about the new term of live music-based classes…
RICC Radio PodcastsC'mere and I'll Tell Ye Episode 3
On this episode, Conor speaks with local historian Billy Ryan about the social aspects of Dublin City in the 1970s and 1980s, and how they compare with today’s…
RICC Radio PodcastsRICC Community Centre Update Episode 1
On this new show, Conor chats with Emma and Brendan from RICC about the upcoming term of computer courses starting at the Community Centre from September 2026…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 60
On this episode, Helen speaks with the wonderful actor, comedian, producer, writer and podcaster Norma Sheahan about her life and history as a creative in the…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 221
On this episode, Conor speaks with Liza Caufield from Glee Choirs Dublin about her journey from stage school at a young age, through her theatre management…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self (Replay) Episode 37
On this week’s podcast replay, we look back to episode 37, when Helen spoke with neuroscientist Dr. Brian Pennie about his journey from addiction to building a…
RICC Radio PodcastsWhen the Penny Drops Episode 1
On this new consumer show, Conor speaks with Eimear Rodgers from the Raytown Energy Dock, who explains the services her company provides and shares tips and…
RICC Radio PodcastsC'mere and I'll Tell Ye Episode 2
On this episode, Conor speaks with local historian Billy Ryan about his school days, the local nature of the docklands area, and his early working experiences…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 220
On this episode, Conor speaks again with Louise Whelan, editor of News Four, as they discuss what's in the latest edition of the local Dublin 4 newspaper, and…
RICC Radio PodcastsThe RICC Sessions Episode 1
On this new music show, Conor speaks with Tony St. Ledger about his lifelong journey and passion for music, his history in the Irish and international music…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 59
On this episode, Helen speaks with Amy McCarthy from the domestic abuse charity SONAS about the practicalities of getting help and the new changes in the law…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Episode 58
On this episode, Helen speaks with Anita Murphy about buying and selling on the VINTED app. Anita gives insights into the do's and don'ts of trading on the…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding your Own Self Episode 57
On this episode, Jane Daly from Vision Ireland speaks with Helen about the influence of charity shops, sustainability through recycling, and her diverse…
RICC Radio PodcastsC'mere and I'll Tell Ye Episode 1
On this new local history show, Conor speaks with local historian Billy Ryan about the South Lotts area of Ringsend and its historical past.
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 219
On this episode, Conor speaks live from the Liffey with Gordon Kelley and David Bourke from Poolbeg Sailing Centre. They look back at Ringsend's proud maritime…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 218
On this episode, Conor speaks with Lorraine Leonard and Feena Sheeran from the Dublin Vikings Dragonboat Racing Club, who discuss the club, the sport of…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding your Own Self Episode 56
Lar Flynn, radio royalty, drops in to have a chat with Helen about his career as a radio presenter, podcaster and photographer, and his love of travel.
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 217
On this episode, Conor speaks with Kathy Gleeson, owner of the Vintage Inn pub, about the establishment’s fascinating history, as well as what she has planned…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 216
On this weeks episode, Conor chats with NewsFour editor Louise Whelan about the 40th anniversary of the famous Dublin 4 newspaper , and her upcoming plans for…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Episode 215
On this episode, Conor speaks with Shay Connolly and Thomas Gregg from the Ringsend and District Historical Society about the upcoming Bloomsday Festival. They…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding your Own Self Episode 55
On this episode, Betsy Baer drops in to have a chat with Helen Walsh about her Irish travels and her weight loss journey.
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 214
In this episode, Brendan Wicks drops into the studio to talk about the Commemorative display which will be on show on the exterior of the Community Centre from…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 213
In this episode of the Newsdesk, Conor talks to Sinn Fein, Dublin City Councillor Micheal Mac Donncha, about the Centenary of the Easter Lily taking place this…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 212
In this episode, Conor talks to Stephen O'Connor and Megan Carpenter of Riccy's Youth Café in Irishtown about their work, the café plus the many initiatives…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Ep. 54
In this episode, Helen talks to Phil Thompson, CEO of Tiglin addiction and homeless services. Phil dropped in to talk about his work and how people can become…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newdesk Ep. 211
In this episode, Conor talks to director Paul Duane about his past in film and T.V. production. Via a storied and fascinating route, Paul talks about his many…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 210
In this episode, Conor talks to Louise Whelan of News 4 about what will be featured in the upcoming April/May edition including plans for the Ringsend Library…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 209
In this episode, Conor talks to community centre allotment manager Paul Cunningham about the does and don'ts of cultivating vegetables and what to watch out…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 208
In this episode, Conor talks to the Community Centre's very own tech guru, Mr. Brendan Wycks about all things Championship, the arguably neurotic leanings of…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Ep. 53
In this episode, Helen talks to relationship coach, Jeanne Sullivan about connecting with authentic people on the dating scene and how to find your soul mate!
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newdesk Ep. 207
In this episode, Conor talks to Emma Gutierrez about what's new and happening with the computer skills classes taking place in the community centre and how the…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Ep. 52
In this episode, Helen talks to author Ruth O'Leary about her third book titled, THE LAST WEEK OF HIM, which hits the shelves this week.
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 206
In this episode, Conor talks to Maureen Treanor of the Clanwilliam Institute about the history of and the work done by the group both in a broader, nationwide…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newdesk Ep. 205
In this episode, Conor talks to Clare Butz about her work with the Connective Detective exhibition, taking place as part of the Academy of the Near…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Ep. 51
In this episode, Helen talks to Danielle McMahon about being a life coach and overcoming burnout while also talking about the power of setting goals.
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 204
In this episode, Conor talks to Denise Donnelly of the Doorway Gallery about the unconventional way that she found her way into the art world and ultimately…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 203
In this episode, Conor talks to Brian Bowe about all things film in the upcoming cinematic calendar including Irish film maker Damien McCarthy's horror pic…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Ep. 50
Helen speaks to Theresa Weafer, Community Affairs Manager for Google Ireland, about the importance of community development and connection.
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 202
In this episode, Conor talks to Louise Whelan about the current issue of News Four where they discuss everything from the stars that called down to Deke's…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 201
In this episode, Conor talks to architectural graduate, Evin Ryan, about his masters thesis which is currently on display in the former church of Ireland…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 200
In this episode, Conor talks to Gerry Davis about his work in Irishtown Stadium with the player development course and the challenges he is currently facing in…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep.199
Conor talks to Lisa Cosgrave about the events and classes planned for 2026 in the Community Centre. Lisa also gives her reflections on 2025 and the challenges…
RICC Radio PodcastsCommunity Newsdesk Ep. 198
In this episode, Conor talks to Brandan Wicks about what he has planned for the computer classes in 2026 in terms of how the curriculum has been changed to…
RICC Radio PodcastsMinding Your Own Self Ep. 49
Helen chats to Paddy Gibney who left our shores age 18 on a soccer scholarship. From D4 to NC, Paddy’s life in the States through his music has gone from…
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Community Newsdesk Ep. 197
In this festive episode, Conor talks to Centre Manager Lorraine Barry as she gives a break down of all the goings on in the Community Centre over the course of…
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Community Newsdesk Ep. 196
In this episode, Conor talks to Alex Konieczka of Understory, Pearce O’Reilly of social enterprise initiative PACE and their friend Neil as they elaborate on…
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Community Newdesk Ep. 195
In this episode, Conor talks to Catherine Woods about her work with Husky Rescue Ireland plus the upcoming fundraising event affiliated with the organisation…
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Arts and Culture Ep. 10, Greg Purcell - Producer/Director
In this episode of the Arts and Culture podcast, Conor talks to Producer/Director, Greg Purcell about what it’s like to run a production company where…