North and South of the Gap

Bonus Episode: Danny O’Connor — From Ballyshannon to Berlin
Recorded over Christmas back home in Ballyshannon, I catch up with Berlin-based singer songwriter Danny O’Connor. Formerly of Inuendo and now performing with Murphy’s Law, Danny talks about growing up in the North West, life in Berlin, and carrying a sense of home while playing festivals across Europe and venues like the Europa Center on Kurfürstendamm.
A warm, Christmas-time conversation about music, friendship, and life between home and away.
From all of us here at North and South of the Gap, we wish you a very happy New Year! May 2026 bring music, laughter, and adventures of your own.

Episode Title: Quick Update from North and South of the Gap 🎙️
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Host Marc Mc Menamin drops in with a quick update to wrap up the year! The podcast has grown massively — thanks to all your support. From chats with Charlie Mc Gettigan, Sean Mc Ginley, and Richie Fitzgerald (yes, we know… it’s been a bit Ballyshannon/Bundoran-centric 😅) — to what’s coming next. North and South of the Gap will be back in the new year with more stories and special guests from all across Donegal.

In this episode of North and South of the Gap, we welcome Oliver Donagher of Fides Trustees SA. A native of Ballyshannon, County Donegal, and former president of the Geneva Irish Association, Oliver shares his journey from growing up in Donegal to building a career in Geneva, while staying connected to his Irish roots.
We talk about community, culture, and the importance of the Irish abroad — and explore the ties that continue to link home and diaspora.

Flying High – From the Air Corps to Aer Lingus with Paul Grennan
On this episode of North and South of the Gap, we’re joined by Paul Grennan, a former Irish Air Corps pilot who went on to fly with Aer Lingus. Paul takes us inside the world of military and commercial aviation, from the discipline of Air Corps training and missions to the challenges and rewards of flying passengers across the Atlantic.
With humour, insight, and passion, he shares personal stories from life in the cockpit, reflects on the transition between two very different flying careers, and offers a rare glimpse into what it really means to be a pilot.
Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast or simply curious about life at 30,000 feet, this conversation promises to be uplifting, inspiring, and full of fascinating insights.

Sun Song & Soul with Triona O'Neill
In this episode of North and South of the Gap, we welcome singer-songwriter Triona O’Neill. Now based in Los Angeles, Triona grew up in Ballyshannon, and her roots continue to shape her music and her story.
She talks about her journey from Donegal to LA, the inspirations behind her songwriting, and her deep love of music. Along the way, she also treats us to a few live performances, bringing her unique sound and voice right into the conversation.
A heartfelt and uplifting episode filled with music, memory, and the power of following your passion.

Please check out Triona's Music Online to hear the songs she played. They are omitted here for rights reasons.

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LUUy7538lpa6o1hMvJ39E?si=3RJY_WrVTiyBXHeiBgF10Q