Mary McAleese & Mary Kennedy - Dundara Television and Media
A former President of Ireland, a broadcasting icon and an array of guests with an incredible story to tell.What more would you want?!!Changing Times – The Allen...
Is Micheál Martin running for president? He tells us more. Speaking rights, the opposition, Donald Trump, tariffs, dealing with world leaders, family life, personal loss and tragedy, the impact of grief, childhood and political influences, Conor McGregor and the GAA - including who will win this years All Irelands, all areas up for discussion with Mary McAleese and Mary Kennedy in this special episode.Produced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television& Media.Proudly sponsored by the Meadowlands Hotel Tralee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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George McMahon
Fair City made him a household name, but George McMahon’s story goes far beyond Carrigstown—charting a path through the highs and challenges of an ever-evolving acting career in Ireland.From growing up in Clondalkin to stepping onto the set of Fair City as a teenager, the good humoured and charming George McMahon has spent most of his life in front of the camera. But his journey hasn’t been without its twists—navigating the unpredictable world of acting, embracing new creative challenges, and balancing life in the public eye.In this episode he chats to Mary McAleese and Mary Kennedy about life and change including:Family life growing upHow it "wasn't always going to be acting"His parents ambitions for himGetting the acting break at 13Winning a BAFTA and the "Cigar" experienceAn education regret and his interest in lawHis shyness going into Fair City and his first ever scene"Blowing Up Mondo"On set disasterDealing with dark storylinesMondo and KiraPhotographic memoryMirroring real life in fictionThe process of filming an episode of Fair CityStage to screenHis relationship with the fansPeoples attitude to Fair City How he met his wife RachelRunning a stage school with RachelBeing three months into a new mortgage when the shut down of Fair City and their stage school happened with CovidHis two small children Frankie and KodyHow fatherhood has changed himWhat his children think about him being on TVThe insecurity of being an actor An actors wageClimbing EverestVisiting CalcuttaHis views on religion and spiritualityAn emotional experience "eventually I just started crying"The world todayA unique answer to the question "If you could change anything what would it be?"Produced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television and MediaProudly sponsored by the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Niall Quinn Part 2 - 35 Years Since Italia 90
Jack Charlton called him Noel for four years until he scored in Italia 90. He was at the coalface of the Saipan affair between Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy in 2002. He played for Arsenal, Manchester City, and Sunderland, and earned 92 caps for the Republic of Ireland.In this second part of a very special podcast to commemorate 35 years since the glory days of Italia 90, Niall Quinn chats with the two Marys about all of this and also:Leaving Arsenal to ensure Jack Charlton would take him to the World CupThe excitement of Italia 90Jacks ruthlessness when it came to dropping playersA harsh Jack moment in Sardinia AirportHow Jack revealed to him that he was starting against the DutchThe homecomingHow he is not proud of anything that happened in Saipan - "mortified that it happened".The kit not arriving and fake factsHis relationship with his fatherHis mother still living on her own at 94Now working with his daughter Aisling and where is son Mikey is nowHis wife Gillian currently studyingThe politics of sport and fundingHis annoyance at the government department dealing with sportCork City and Niall's input thereWhy he thinks the current Irish Mens team is performing the way they have beenThe solutionAnnoyance with the betting levyThe FAI working with crumbsHow a resolution doesn't fit between the four year election cycleWhy the current team can't be as good as their team of the 90'sDonating his 1.5 million testimonial money to charity and Jack Charltons opinion of it"I didn't think I deserved a testimonial"Receiving an MBEProduced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television & Media.Proudly sponsored by the Meadowlands Hotel in Tralee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Niall Quinn Part 1 - 35 Years Since Italia 90
Niall Quinn is a national hero. From the hallowed turf of Lansdowne Road to the boardrooms of Irish football, his impact on the beautiful game is nothing short of legendary. A towering presence on and off the pitch, Niall’s journey from goal-scoring hero to visionary football executive is a story of passion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the sport.In this first part of a very special podcast to commemorate 35 years since the glory days of Italia 90, Niall chats with the two Marys about:The move from GAA to soccerHis first big game and goalHis Dad's rather colourful view of his first time watching Niall play in EnglandGoing back to education later in lifeHow he met his wife GillianThe very tough days after retiring from playingFootballers and divorceHis first punditry gig with SKY and Gillians adviceHaving a privileged life and somewhat abusing itThe effect of alcoholThe call up from "ruthless" Jack CharltonProduced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television & MediaProudly sponsored by the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Katherine Zappone
Former Minister for Children and Youth Affairs in Ireland, Katherine Zappone played a key role in the country's marriage equality referendum. In this emotional yet uplifting episode, Katherine talks frankly to Mary and Mary about many issues including her controversial appointment as a UN Special Envoy and the political fallout that followed. Katherine also openly discusses the heartbreak of losing her beloved wife Anne Louise soon after the groundbreaking marriage equality referendum and makes an exclusive revelation about a future project.Produced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television & Media.Proudly sponsored by the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations
A former President of Ireland, a broadcasting icon and an array of guests with an incredible story to tell.What more would you want?!!Changing Times – The Allenwood Conversations is a compelling and humorous podcast hosted by Mary McAleese and Mary Kennedy, two of Ireland’s most iconic voices. Each week, they sit down with a well-known Irish guest to explore the universal theme of change—something we all experience in life. With insight, warmth, and plenty of laughs, they uncover how their guests navigate transitions, challenges, and new beginnings, offering wisdom, resilience, and often, unexpected humor.From Irish history and culture to personal journeys of reinvention, Changing Timesconnects the past with the present in a way that resonates with Irish people at home and abroad. Whether you’re part of the Irish diaspora in America, the UK, or Canada, or simply passionate about Irish storytelling, politics, and cultural heritage, this podcast offers thought-provoking and entertaining discussions on Irish-American identity, the Irish in Britain, and the evolving Irish experience.As featured on The Late Late Show and Apple Podcasts Ireland, Changing Times is a must-listen for anyone interested in Ireland’s global influence, Irish traditions, and the personal stories behind life’s biggest changes.🎙️ New episodes available every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms. Subscribe now and join the conversation!Produced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television and Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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