Bray Talking Heads

• Ep 8. Things That Go Bump in the Night, Retirement Wisdom, and Art for Art’s Sake

  What makes for a long, happy retirement? We hit the streetsof Bray to gather tips and reflections from those living it.Leah shares a chilling story of hearing a banshee - and ofthe friendly ghost she may be sharing her home with! We also stop by the Signal Arts Centre, a vital hub for creativity and community in Bray and Wicklow, offering space and support to emerging artists.And we share the last heartwarming clips from Uncle Bob’sarchive - can you recognise the innocent voices of Ravenswell’sseven-year-olds?Bray Talking Heads is hosted by Mark Quinn, Leah Kinsellaand Pat Hannon. A podcast celebrating the stories, history, and people of Bray, past and present. Whether you're a lifelong Brayite or just discovering this special town, join us for conversations that connect, inspire, and bring ourcommunity to life - wherever you are in the world.  Bray Talking Heads continues the spirit of localstorytelling, following in the footsteps of BLB (Bray Local Broadcasting), the beloved community radio station. Please tell a friend, let them know about our podcast! Longer versions of some of the interviews are on our Soundcloudchannel. https://soundcloud.com/braytalkingheads/sets Artwork by Jody Hogg Design jodyhogg.com Listen on Spotify,Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky @braytalkingheads, or get in touch with us at [email protected]. The copyright in this podcast series is owned by Pat Hannon and Mark Quinn and is hereby reserved. All rights reserved. 

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• Ep 7. The People’s Park – A Green Oasis, Skipping Rhymes and Chicken’s Call!

  We remember a much-loved Bray character who sold newspapers seven days a week in all weathers. Do you recall what he used to shout outside the Royal Cinema and the Holy Redeemer Church? We take a stroll through the People’s Park, a green haven gifted to the town, and hear from Brian Whiteabout its rich history, along with voices from the community on why it remains such a special place. Could residents of the Lower Dargle benefit from a local drop-in centre to help combat social isolation? We explore the idea. Finally,we dip back into Freddie’s tapes for more heartwarming snippets from the young voices of Bray’s past. Bray Talking Heads is hosted by Mark Quinn, Leah Kinsellaand Pat Hannon. A podcast celebrating the stories, history, and people of Bray, past and present. Whether you're a lifelong Brayite or just discovering this special town, join us for conversations that connect, inspire, and bring ourcommunity to life - wherever you are in the world.  Bray Talking Heads continues the spirit of localstorytelling, following in the footsteps of BLB (Bray Local Broadcasting), the beloved community radio station. Please tell a friend, let them know about our podcast! Longer versions of some of the interviews are on our Soundcloudchannel. https://soundcloud.com/braytalkingheads/sets Artwork by Jody Hogg Design jodyhogg.com Listen on Spotify,Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Connect with us on Instagram,Facebook, and Bluesky @braytalkingheads, or get in touch with us at [email protected]. The copyright in this podcast series is owned by Pat Hannon and Mark Quinn and is hereby reserved. All rights reserved. 

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• Ep 6. Nostalgia, TV Rentals and 'Rabbits Ears', School Kids from the 80s & First Records

  This episode of Bray Talking Heads is full of nostalgia! We dive into the archives with a charming playback of old interviews recorded by BLB’s Uncle Bob, featuring children from the Holy Communion class at Ravenswell School. Can you recognise any of those young voices?Remember when Bray had several TV rental shops? Back when a television cost nearly a month's wages, renting was the norm. Remember 'Rabbits Ears'? Malcolm Hill, a former repair engineer, takes us back to those black-and-white days.And finally, can you remember the first record you ever bought? We take a musical trip down memory lane.Bray Talking Heads is hosted by Mark Quinn, Leah Kinsella and Pat Hannon. A podcast celebrating the stories, history, and people of Bray, past and present. Whether you're a lifelong Brayite or just discovering this special town, join us for conversations that connect, inspire, and bring our community to life - wherever you are in the world. Bray Talking Heads continues the spirit of local storytelling, following in the footsteps of BLB (Bray Local Broadcasting), the beloved community radio station. Tell a friend, let them know about our podcast! Longer versions of some of the interviews are on our Soundcloud channel. @braytalkingheadsArtwork by Jody Hogg Design jodyhogg.comListen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky @braytalkingheads, or get in touch with us at [email protected] copyright in this podcast series is owned by Pat Hannon and Mark Quinn and is hereby reserved. All rights reserved.

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• Ep 5. The Cross, Save Our Rowing Club & From Ukraine to Bray

  When was the iconic cross on Bray Head built - and who was behind it? Local historian Brian White has the answers.At the Bray Rowing Club, sea spray has taken its toll. With the concrete roof collapsing, the club now faces a tough decision: rebuild or relocate. Meanwhile, their prized racing boats sit exposed to the elements. Leah visits the club to hear more from John Curran and Tony Dutton.And as the war in Ukraine continues, nearly a thousand Ukrainians have found refuge in Bray. Mark sits down with Ivanna to learn about her journey and what life is like now.Bray Talking Heads is hosted by Mark Quinn, Leah Kinsella and Pat Hannon. A podcast celebrating the stories, history, and people of Bray, past and present. Whether you're a lifelong Brayite or just discovering this special town, join us for conversations that connect, inspire, and bring our community to life - wherever you are in the world. Bray Talking Heads continues the spirit of local storytelling, following in the footsteps of BLB (Bray Local Broadcasting), the beloved community radio station. Tell a friend, let them know about our podcast! Longer versions of some of the interviews are on our Soundcloud channel. https://soundcloud.com/braytalkingheads/sets/interviewsArtwork by Jody Hogg Design jodyhogg.comListen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky @braytalkingheads, or get in touch with us at [email protected] copyright in this podcast series is owned by Pat Hannon and Mark Quinn and is hereby reserved. All rights reserved.

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• Ep 4. Golf on the Seafront, Old Radio Ads, and First Dates

  Join us as Anne Mooney shares fond memories of her dad, Pat, who once ran the beloved putting green and deckchair rentals on Bray seafront. We rewind to the golden days of BLB Community Radio in the late '70s and '80s, unearthing old ads from local shops that have since disappeared but are far from forgotten. Plus, we take to the Main Street to ask—where would you bring a first date in Bray?It’s nostalgia, local stories, and of course, a bit of conversation.Bray Talking Heads is hosted by Mark Quinn, Leah Kinsella and Pat Hannon. A podcast celebrating the stories, history, and people of Bray, past and present. Whether you're a lifelong Brayite or just discovering this special town, join us for conversations that connect, inspire, and bring our community to life - wherever you are in the world. Bray Talking Heads continues the spirit of local storytelling, following in the footsteps of BLB (Bray Local Broadcasting), the beloved community radio station. Tell a friend, let them know about our podcast! Longer versions of some of the interviews are on our Soundcloud channel. https://soundcloud.com/braytalkingheads Artwork by Jody Hogg Design jodyhogg.com Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky @braytalkingheads, or get in touch with us at [email protected]. The copyright in this podcast series is owned by Pat Hannon and Mark Quinn and is hereby reserved. All rights reserved.

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