The Parting Glass

In this episode of The Parting Glass, I sit down with Nikki Hayes, a beloved Irish radio personality, to explore her journey through fame, personal struggles, and eventual recovery. Nikki shares candidly about her early love for radio, the challenges of living with addiction, and the impact of her personal life on her career. After facing homelessness and legal troubles, Nikki's story takes a hopeful turn as she enters treatment and begins to rebuild her life, reconnecting with her daughter and returning to the radio industry. This raw and inspiring conversation highlights resilience, the power of community support, and the ongoing journey of recovery.

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Al Gibbs : Freaks, Festivals & Finding the Beat
This week I sit down with a true legend of Irish dance music , Al Gibbs. From his early days spinning kids’ discos in Ballybrack to sharing stages with Carl Cox and writing Maniac 2000, Al’s journey is packed with rhythm, resilience, and rave history.
We talk about the evolution of DJing, the golden days of Dublin’s club scene, staying grounded through the crash, and what it’s like to host Freaks on Friday the iconic FM104 show that’s been lighting up Irish weekends for nearly 20 years.
It’s a nostalgic, honest, and inspiring chat with a man who's never lost the buzz for what he does.

👉 Catch Freaks on Friday every Friday from 7–10pm on FM104
👉 Freaks with Al Gibbs airs Saturdays from 9–11pm
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In this gripping episode of The Parting Glass, Zoe Holohan opens up about surviving one of Europe's deadliest wildfires, a tragedy that claimed the life of her husband of just four days, Brian. Zoe credits the incredible teams of surgeons and medical staff in Athens and St. James’ Hospital in Dublin for saving both her life and her limbs. She also expresses her eternal gratitude to Manos, a volunteer firefighter, who pulled her burnt body from the flames, giving her a chance to live.
Throughout her journey, Zoe's wicked sense of humor has been a vital part of her healing process, helping her navigate the darkest days and giving her the strength to push forward. Her story is not only one of unimaginable loss but also of resilience, gratitude, and the power of laughter in the face of adversity. Now, Zoe is using her experience to advocate for burn victims and others affected by trauma, sharing her story to inspire and uplift. This episode is a testament to the power of survival, the human spirit, and the role of humor in healing. #Resilience #Survival #Advocacy #Loss #Gratitude #Humor
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"Pull up a chair, grab a pint — we’ve stories to tell."
I’m Niamh Ryan, and every week on The Parting Glass, I sit down with Dubliners who’ve been through the wars , heartbreak, injustice, near disasters and somehow come out the far side with a story that’ll break your heart and make you laugh in the same breath.
From Olympians to musicians to everyday legends, we talk truth, grief, craic, and everything in between.
It’s raw, it’s real, and sometimes it’s a bit sweary.
Slainte

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🧙‍♀️NEW EPISODE ALERT!
This week on The Parting Glass, I sat down with the absolutely terrifying, spell-casting, broom-riding menace to society… Ruth Coppinger 😱
That’s right - the woman some folks on X (formerly known as Twitter, but still full of trolls) lovingly refer to as a witch. Spoiler: no cauldron in sight, just sharp wit, feminism, and fiery takes. Hear Ruth's view on the "bro-ligarchs of the world", her teaching career, growing up in a big family in Dublin.
Tune in as we chat about politics, protests, and whether she prefers eye of newt or oat flat whites 🧹☕️
Burn the patriarchy, not women at the stake 🔥

#ThePartingGlass #Podcast #RuthCoppinger #IrishPolitics #WitchPlease #NewEpisode #FeministFireChapters

00:00 Introduction to The Parting Glass Podcast
00:52 Ruth Coppinger: A Fierce Advocate for Social Justice
02:09 Growing Up in a Working-Class Family
06:29 The Housing Crisis and Its Impact on Communities
09:31 Political Engagement and Voter Turnout Challenges
12:17 Secularism and the Separation of Church and State
16:38 Grassroots Movements and Direct Action
20:01 Addressing Gender-Based Violence
24:28 The Role of Character References in Court
28:37 Navigating Polarization in Politics
33:07 Reflections on Teaching and Activism
34:52 Resilience in Activism and the Fight for Change

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