Ever wondered what it's like to live on an island of the coast of Ireland? Well in this podcast I speak with Diane Flaherty who is a native of Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands.

Diane gives us a unique insight into the beauty of the island, the joy of growing up in a tight knit community and also the challenges of island life.

We even converse as Gaeilge (I make a decent attempt) and share some life experiences in a very informative chat which will entertain and inform the listener.

Thanks you Diane and we will be listening to you on Radio na Life 106.4FM.

With the weather improving in Ireland it can only mean one thing, the turf machines are on the move!!

In this episode I chat about the cutting of turf through the years, what it means to rural Ireland, how it's done, why it's done and the hardship that's involved.

Come with me on this journey and listen out for my version of the Johnny Cash song "Ring of Fire".

In the week when the Stardust Fire Inquest delivered its' verdict on the cause of death of the 48 victims, I remember each of them by name and play some musical tributes to their memory.

Songs by Christy Moore and Ray Heffernan & The Grand Canal Band give us a poignant reflection on what is still one of the worst tragedies in Irish living memory.

Let us never forget the 48 children that never came home.