In today's episode I provide a brief history of Newgrange ancient Neolithic temple, its construct and capturing of the sunlight during the winter solstice.

Sailing On The Celtic Mist With The Irish Whale & Dolphin Group

Oct 24th, 2023 12m 24s

In this episode I talk about sailing along the West Cork coast undertaking research on the IWDG flagship vessel The Celtic Mist

Ireland And The GAA

Sep 25th, 2023 23m 8s

This episode focuses on the GAA in Ireland and its role in Irish culture and the community

Mooney on Irish Defence Forces

Nov 15th, 2022 29m 25s

In this episode I speak with former government advisor Derek Mooney on his time as an advisor and the challenges facing Ireland's Defence forces. Derek runs an excellent podcast entitled Mooney On Politics which can be accessed at https://open.

The USS Midway

Oct 7th, 2022 12m 43s

In this episode I discuss the timeline of the USS Midway.

Horizon Charters with Patric Douglas

Sep 6th, 2022 1h 25m

In this episode I speak with Patric Douglas who runs Horizon Charters off San Diego and the conservation efforts for the Great White Shark population off Guadalupe Island

Durban,Drakensberg And The Eland Antelope

Jul 5th, 2022 11m 25s

In this episode I talk about the Eastern Cape city of Durban and the natural beauty of Drakensberg Mountain Range and the struggles of the eland antelopes ascent.

South Africa and Cape Town

May 16th, 2022 15m 35s

In this episode I talk about the history and nature of Cape Town and its surrounding areas.

South Africa, Sharks and Sara Andreotti

Apr 22nd, 2022 1h 20m

In this episode, I speak with Sara Andreotti about her life as a marine biologist in South Africa, her PhD reaearch quantifying the South African great white shark population and her endeavours to protect both sharks and humans using the novel

Howth and Irelands Eye

Apr 5th, 2022 11m 45s

In this episode I discuss the history and natural beauty of Howth

Shearwater Sea Kayaking

Mar 16th, 2022 1h 17m

In this episode I speak with Sean Pierce from ShearwaterSeakayaking.ie about his experiences teaching kayaking at various levels, his trips around Ireland and abroad and the various wildlife encountered.

The Irish Whale And Dolphin Group

Feb 4th, 2022 1h 30m

In my first discussion topic, I speak with Padraig Whooley about the Irish Whale And Dolphin Group (IWDG) and the cetaceans of the Irish waters.

Magical Mayo, Westport And Clew Bay

Feb 1st, 2022 16m 48s

In this episode I travel from Achill Island down to Southern Mayo and talk about Westport, Clew Bay and its fantastic beaches, the hidden drive of the Sheefrey Pass down into Killary Harbour

Magical Mayo And Achill Island

Jan 24th, 2022 17m 29s

In this weeks episode I discuss Achill Island, the amazing journey to get there, its history, natural beauty and why this is a fantastic place to staycation.

The Dingle Peninsula And The Blasket Islands

Jan 10th, 2022 15m 11s

In this episode of The First Port Podcast I discuss the history, the nature and the landscape of the Dingle Peninsula and The Blasket Islands which are home to many species of seabirds and marine wildlife

Favignana And The Tonnara

Dec 31st, 2021 9m 26s

In this first entry of The First Port Podcast, I discuss the history of Favignana and the Tonnara which played a crucial part in the lives of the local community on the island.

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