A finger on the pulse of WEXFORD, the Sunny South East of IRELAND. Listen to locals express their views. Enjoy interviews with some of WEXFORD'S most influential people. Hear discussions on Politics, Economics, Social Affairs, Art, Culture, Sport, the Environment and much more. Delight in SPECIAL GLOBAL FEATURES, DOCUMENTARIES, and SHORT STORIES. We INVITE YOU to share your opinions and HIGHLIGHT ISSUES that concern you. This podcast is run by Michael Freeman and Jim Corcoran. Michael is a director of "Three Sisters Press".
Episodes
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Noel Culleton's new book Classical Women takes a look at the lives of twenty-six Female Composers who had to defy the odds and overcome the obstacles preventing them a chance to shine. Musically they stand shoulder to shoulder with some of their more famous and celebrated male counterparts. At last their talent is being recognised. It was due to these women that female artist like Beyonce, Adel, Rhianna, Britney, Shenia, Mylie, Madonna, have become household names.
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
A short story 'Weight Watcher' taken from the book "The Density of Distant Thoughts" by James W. Corcoran
A whimsical tale of a young girl's first initiation into "foreign affairs".
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Please be warned this episode contains graphic descriptions of a sexual nature and adult language.
It may sound ridiculous, unbelievable, even untrue, but in Ireland of the twentieth century, people who knew better, who knew crimes were being committed, turned a blind eye to what was occurring and did nothing. At least during the holocaust the Germans who remained quiet, did so because they feared for their lives. In Ireland the only fear was of 'what the neighbours might say'.
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Eugene O' Neill: the Irish American connection. At 61 years of age, Edmund O' Neill leaves the ravages of post famine Ireland with his wife and seven children to seek a better life in America. He leaves from the quays of New Ross, Wexford, more in desperation than in hope. His son James would subsequently become one of the great American actors of his generation. His grandson was to become America's greatest Playwright. Perhaps, he could be ours too. This is their story.
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
This One Hour of Uninterrupted French Jazz exudes the sounds, the rhythms and the vibrancy of Pigalle and Montartre. Vive la France, but hopefully not today in the Rugby match.
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Taken from the book 'The Density of Distant Thoughts'. by James W. Corcoran
Beware! Some of the language is not suitable for little ears.
A gruff bachelor happens upon leprechauns partying in a ten acre field and seeks his pot of gold, with somewhat mixed results.
Be careful what you wish for!
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Ernest Hemingway was a literary Colossus. We all know about his genius and the power of his writing. But, how much do we know about the man? Was he any different to you or I, in the choices he made. This is a look into the complex life of a man who married four times, who spent much of his time travelling, living in Paris, Toronto, Key West, Spain, Cuba. How much did those experiences influence his literary work?
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
The life and Music of Felix Mendelssohn
Once more Dr. Noel Culleton enlightens us. This time he discusses the life and music of Felix Mendelssohn and the Italian Symphony.
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Taken from the book 'The Density of Distant Thoughts' by James W. Corcoran, this dark tale is both a love and a horror story combined .
How far would you be prepared to go for the one you love?