This special St. Patrick's Day programme features stripped-back, unplugged performances from some of Ireland’s top artists, recorded and mixed by Dylan Connolly.

It includes an exclusive interview and live session with The Rosecaps, along with a backstage deep dive with Leo Moran of The Saw Doctors as he discusses the band's resurgence.

Tonight, on Country Life we have Liam Filan from Lely discussing robotic milking systems and their upcoming event, Amy Forde From the Irish Farmers Journal on changes in regulation to farmers for splash plate, Teagasc Acres Specialists on the upcoming Hedgerow week and events. Mart reports and community news as always. 

Clár sa Charr has returned to Big Bay Breakfast! Gach maidin Dé Luan, we'll be joining Éanna & Róisín for some comhrá 'gus craic on the school run. It will be a great way to learn Irish in a fun way at 7.45am. So bígí linn maidin Dé Luan anseo ar Galway Bay FM. Clár sa Charr is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee. This week's theme is the general election! 

This week, bereaved parents and families across the county, country, and the world come together to commemorate the lives of their babies and lost pregnancies. In a special documentary, journalist and documentary maker Sally-Ann Barrett shares the heartfelt stories of two Galway women whose families have been deeply affected by stillbirth.

This episode, titled Isabella's Table and Letters to Sadbh, offers a poignant look into their experiences, honoring the memory of their children.

Please note: This podcast discusses sensitive topics that some listeners may find distressing.

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Gary was joined by Aislinn Ó hEocha to discuss the Babóró International Festival for Children and Annie Duffy McMahon to discuss Brian Friel's 'Mollie Sweeney.' Gary also covered a variety of topics such as the Galway Film Society's new season and new music from Newry in town, along with the regular news of upcoming gigs and events across the county.

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Keith spoke to Thomas Moloney, DLF, about covering Brassicas and event, Shane Murphy about the Aberdeen Angus Association event, and Peter Comer, Teagasc, about the Water Quality Event. Keith also covered the Dairy Women Ireland event.

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Máirín is back with ceoil go deas from Back West, Daoiri Farrell, Elaine Reilly agus go leor eile!

Digital Media Producer of Galway Bay FM Dylan Connolly (AKA Indie rock artist KONNO) joined Kayte O'Malley in studio for a chat after the release of his debut single 'Meet Me Later'. 

The track is available to stream on all major platforms. 

Clár sa Charr has returned to Big Bay Breakfast!

Gach maidin Dé Luan, we’ll be joining Éanna & Róisín for some comhrá ‘gus craic on the school run 

This week they are talked about life on the farm. 

So bígí linn maidin Dé Luan anseo ar Galway Bay FM.

Clár sa Charr is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee

Generation Fleadh is launching this week in Galway city, and Sarah Slevin has been chatting to council member Eabha Leech.

Eabha, a film studies graduate, gives some early and exclusive details of the festival, bringing film culture to young people across Galway City and County.

Generation Fleadh runs from October 23rd to 26th 2024, and is the younger half of the Galway Film Fleadh for people aged 12 – 24.

The 4-day event will include film screenings and an educational film programme, along with youth review panels.   

Catch The Lifestyle Lounge every Friday from 10pm here on Galway Bay fm.