Open Mic The Podcast

Open Mic: Martin Cullen

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Martin Cullen, former Waterford TD and Minister, talks to Damien Tiernan about Christmas, family and the importance of being together at this time of year...

Open Mic: John Hearne

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:25:00 +0000

This week on The Open Mic, Dymphna Nugent spoke with local councillor John Hearne.

He opened up over a cup of tea about family, community, and the changing face of Ireland.

He reflects on an extraordinary life filled with challenges, triumphs, and the kindness of others.

Click on the image to listen back in full, with thanks to Dovida.

Open Mic The Podcast: Eunice Power

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Waterford woman Eunice Power is one of the best known chefs in the country.

The chair of the West Waterford Festival of Food, she has championed local produce and has just launched a new cookbook.

She talks to Damien Tiernan about family, food, love and resilience....

Open Mic The Podcast: Trevor Whelan

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's Open Mic, Jordan Norris chats to Dungarvan jockey Trevor Whelan on his incredible career that has seen him ride over 400 winners, mental resilience, loneliness of the sport and how home support continues to drive him forward.

Open Mic Keith Barry

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 13:01:00 +0000

Keith Barry, magician, mentalist, author, keynote speaker and family man tells us all about growing up in Waterford, magic tricks in school, taking to the road, Hollywood, Las Vegas and rubbing shoulders with his idols and more.

Open Mic The Podcast: Stephen Kent

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:34:00 +0000

As part of Open Mic, Dymphna Nugent spoke with Tramore native and Bus Éireann CEO ,Stephen Kent.

He reflects on his time as CEO as he prepares to step away from the role.

Hailing from one of the most musical families in Waterford, he talks life, family, childhood, and how love sustains you through challenging times.

OLLIE BRESLIN ON THE ARTS!!!

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000

One of the main people in the arts scene in Waterford for the past four decades talks about his life, his love of the arts and his hopes for the future.

To listen back, click the image above!

Open Mic The Podcast - Mario Rosenstock

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Open Mic The Podcast on WLR with guest Mario Rosenstock. John chats to Mario about his life growing up and going to school in Waterford city. Moving to Dublin and going to college and from there to Glenroe and then to become the many voices of the nation on Gift Grub. He also talks about his live shows and interacting with people on stage

Open Mic The Podcast: Jillian Hayes

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000

On this week's Open Mic The Podcast thanks to Dovida Homecare, Waterford Wildcats and Irish basketball legend Jillian Hayes speaks to Jordan Norris on a life at the top of the game, the person behind the name and what drives her to keep going.

Open Mic The Podcast: Bishop Cullinan

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:01:00 +0000

Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan speaks to Kieran Foley to reflect on ten years in the diocese and the opportunities and challenges facing the Catholic Church.

To listen, click on the image above.

Open Mic Keith Dunphy

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:01:00 +0000

Open Mic Keith Dunphy, Our guest this episode is Keith Dunphy from Doyle's Street in Waterford. Hear about his time growing up as one of the corner boys and how his mothers love of theatre became his. From Rada to Hollywood and all in between plus before and after, Keith's story is one of youth, passion and a life long love of the stage in all its glory.

Open Mic Jamie Beamish

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:56:00 +0000

Open Mic Jamie Beamish - Join Jamie Beamish as he chats with John Keane about growing up in Waterford, De La Salle shows, the bright lights of London's West End and the big and small screen plus the highs and lows in his life

Open Mic The Podcast: Brianna O'Regan

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:56:00 +0000

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast, with thanks to Dovida Homecare, Dymphna Nugent speaks with Senior Waterford camogie goalkeeper, Brianna O'Regan.

Navigating a childhood shaped by early tragedy, Brianna is a firm believer in the power of talking through the darker times.

Now an SNA in De La Salle College, she knows her experiences make her a better support for students, as well as a better player on the field.

Open Mic The Podcast: Julian Walton

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:02:00 +0000

On this episode of Open Mic The Podcast, with thanks to Dovida Homecare.

Damien speaks to the brilliant, award-winning and inspirational historian Julian Walton.

Creator of On This Day, Julian shares stories of his childhood, his love of history, and what we can all learn from Waterford’s amazing heritage.

Open Mic The Podcast: Jim Nolan

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:02:00 +0000

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast, with thanks to Dovida Homecare. Maria McCann chats with acclaimed Waterford playwright Jim Nolan.
He looks back on his incredible journey in theatre, the career he really wanted, and even reveals his surprising link to Kylie Minogue.

Open Mic: The Podcast: Noel Browne

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:02:00 +0000

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast, with thanks to Dovida Homecare, Dymphna Nugent speaks with Waterford photographer, Noel Browne.

He reflects on the transformative power of love, on life behind the lens, and on rebuilding his life after Waterford Crystal.

Open Mic The Podcast: Colm Williamson

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast, with thanks to Dovida Homecare.

Damien Tiernan speaks to famous satirist, Tramore-based Colm Williamson - creator of Waterford Whispers News - about his childhood, his business, his loves, social media and the future.

Open Mic The Podcast: Kieran O'Connor

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast with thanks to Dovida Homecare, Jordan Norris speaks to renowned commentator and broadcaster Kieran O'Connor about a life in sport, early beginnings, farming and agriculture and the power of sport as a community unifier which brings people together.

Open Mic The Podcast: Cha O'Neill

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of Open Mic The Podcast, Maria Mc Cann speaks to former Councillor Cha O Neill about his career in Local Politics, his thoughts on Waterford City and the important things in life. In a wide-ranging chat, Cha talks about The Mayor's Ball, his decision to enter Local Politics, and his experience of running a pub.

Open Mic The Podcast: Lord Waterford

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Open Mic, Jennifer Long is talking to the ninth Marquis of Waterford, Lord Waterford, of Curraghmore Estate.

In a wide-ranging chat, he talks about the upcoming All Together Now festival which will see 30,000 people descend on his estate!

He also talks about his life at Curraghmore, both before and after he took on the estate in 2015 when his father died; about the challenges of maintaining it AND about handing it all over now to his own son Richard, the current Earl of Tyrone.

You can hear all of that, and more, by clicking on the image above...

Open Mic The Podcast: Peter Fitzgerald, Munster Bar Waterford

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 12:01:00 +0000

On this episode of Open Mic The Podcast, John Keane speaks with Peter Fitzgerald from the Munster Bar on the Mall in Waterford up until April 2024. Hear all the stories of this great Waterford establishment, the memories, the stories, the people that visited there and the very many special guests that walked through those doors. Peter tells us all about the good times and the times that weren't as good. The Munster was in the Fitzgerald family from 1953 - 2024.

Open Mic The Podcast: 40 Years of Waterford Panto Society

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:34:00 +0000

This week on Open Mic-The Podcast, Dymphna is rolling out the red carpet for Wayne Brown, Tony Corcoran, Brenda Giles, and Anne Corcoran Brown as we celebrate 40 years of Waterford Panto Society!

From glittering costumes to unforgettable curtain calls, we're diving into the laughs, the love, and the legacy of Waterford's favourite festive tradition.

Open Mic The Podcast: John Thompson

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Well-known retired funeral director in Waterford, John Thompson, chats with Kieran Foley and Life, Loss and Legacy.