This is Community!
This is a podcast from Galway Volunteer Centre / Volunteer Galway. Interviews with people in Galway who are all about having an impact in the their community by changing the world around them one piece at a time.
- Update frequency
- every 25 days
- Average duration
- 24 minutes
- Episodes
- 36
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2023
Cycling and recycling - a conversation with Paul O Donnell from An Mheitheal Rothar
This week we focus on An Mheitheal Rothar, a social enterprise that focusses on bike recycling, training cyclists in bike maintenance and encouraging cycling as a sustainable way of life.
The enterpri…
Riders of the Storm –an interview with Blood Bike West on their vital service delivery during the Covid-19 crisis
In this week’s episode Ruth chats to Dave O’ Leary Rider Liaison Officer and Sharon Conroy former Controller and Social Media Manager with Blood Bike West. This entirely volunteer led service has bee…
Sustaining the link to good mental health wherever you are- a conversation with Lochlann Scott CEO and Founder of Helplink Mental Health
In this episode Ruth talks to Lochlann Scott, CEO of Helplink, a Galway based mental health charity that provides accessible, free or low cost mental health services to the public both locally, natio…
COPE Galway 2 Riding the Wave- an insight into COPE Galway's determination to continue to serve during the Covid-19 crisis
In this episode Ruth chats to Geraldine Ryan, manager of COPE Galway's Community Catering service about their work in feeding the most vulnerable in our community during the COVID 19 Crisis.
You can a…
COPE Galway 1 Stepping up to the Plate -how two local volunteers have assisted Cope Galway's Community Catering service during the Covid 19 crisis
In this episode Ruth talks to Mairead Geehan and Felicity Geraghty, who have been doing trojan work helping COPE Galway with their Community Catering service cooking the food and delivering meals to …
Episode 11 : The Power of Being in The Same Boat - an interview with Robin Winkels, Row to Recovery Galway
In this episode Ruth spoke to Robin Winkels founding member of Row to Recovery Galway, a cancer recovery group which takes place on the river Corrib. Robin speaks about not only the physical benefits…
Community with Heart - an interview with Neil Johnson, CEO of CROÍ
In this episode Donncha spoke to Neil Johnson, CEO of CROÍ Heart and Stroke Charity, about its development from humble beginnings into a charity making a huge impact in the community, with the suppor…
Episode 9 - Taking Back Control - An Interveiw with Carrie Budds, Quokka Wellness
This week we’re joined by Carrie Budds a local wellness professional in Galway where we discuss how to maintain a healthy balanced lifestyle with some simple tips that can enable you take back contr…
Episode 8 - Business Give Back - an interview with Gill Carroll, 56 Central
In this week’s episode we’re joined by Gill Carroll, a local to Galway and owner of two restaurants here 56 central and 37 west. We talk about what Gill does in the community and what drives her to c…
Episode 7 - Broadcasting Trust - interview with Keith Finnegan from Galway Bay FM
On this episode our guest is Keith Finnegan, radio broadcaster with Galway Bay FM. We chat about his role in Galway Bay FM, how he got started in radio, and the continuing relevance of local radio in…
Episode 6 - We want to ride our bicycles! - interview with Neil O Leary from Galway Cycle Bus
On this episode our guest is Neil O Leary, founding member of the Galway Cycle Bus. We chat about why the Cycle Bus was set up, the impact it has had, and plans for the future.
Website (volunteer page…
Episode - At the heart of the Arts (Festival) - an interview with Carly Zimmerman
On this episode our guest is Carly Zimmerman, Volunteer Manager with Galway International Arts Festival. We chat about the role volunteers play in the Festival and the impact that involvement has ha…
Episode 4: Circus for All - The Art of Possibility
On this week's episode our guest is Dani Gill, communications officer with Galway Circus Community. We talk about the work that the circus do, the meaning behind circus skills particularly for young…
Episode 3 - The Horses are the Therapists - an interview Eileen Bennett from Horses Connect
We speak to Eileen Bennett CEO of Horses Connect about their fascinating project that works with horses to provide therapy to people from all walks of like and also to provide assistance in team-buil…
Episode 2: Dr. Malie Coyne, clinical psychologist, writer, broadcaster, radio presenter
We speak to Dr. Malie Coyne about her interest and work on emotional and psychological health for all ages. You can find more info on Malie's work at www.galwayparentnetwork.ie and www.drmaliecoyne.…
Episode 1: Mayor of Galway City Niall Mc Nelis
Role 1 - Kitchen Porter, COPE Galway
Role 2 - Charity Shop Assistant, NCBI Galway
Role 3 - Café Assistant - The Hidden Gem, Gort
This weeks roles - just click on any of the links above and that will br…