S01 E05: 30 Summers Strong: The Story of Raheny’s Summer Project
For over 30 years the Raheny Summer Project catered to 400+ excitable kids every day of June. It was completely run by volunteers . This is the story of how they kept the show on the road.
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S01 E04: 95 Years in Raheny: Christiana’s Life in the Village That Raised Her
Christiana Carbery was born in a cottage near Hilltop in 1929 and she’s been in Raheny ever since. In this episode, she takes us on a vivid, funny, and heart-warming walk through nearly a century of village life.She shares memories of sliding down cliffs in the quarry, watching eels in Edenmore ponds, where her school was!, and sledding down frozen roads in winter. There are tales of hoolies, horse-drawn carts, and the time you could see Howth from your kitchen window.Christiana doesn’t just remember Raheny - she is Raheny. This is history told through lived experience, full of love, humour, and a wild childhood lived to the full.
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S01 E03: From Raheny to the Red Carpet: Daniel Fee’s Teenage Leap into Hollywood
At just 17, Daniel Fee (https://www.youtube.com/@danielfee33) has done what most film fans only dream of - interviewing A-list Hollywood actors and being flown to London by a major director to shadow him on set. All while still living in Raheny and juggling life as a teenager.In this episode, Daniel shares how he went from filming YouTube videos at home to building real connections in the film industry. We talk ambition, behind-the-scenes stories, and why Raheny is still the place he calls home, no matter how surreal things get.
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S01 E02: Local Rock Star Dave Geraghty on Music, Life, and Calling Raheny Home
Dave Geraghty is a founding member of Bell X1, one of Ireland’s most celebrated bands, with platinum albums, sold-out tours, and global acclaim. He also performs under the moniker 'Join Me In The Pines'. This was a great conversation with one of Ireland’s most talented musicians.
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S01 E01: Raheny Goes Green: The Story Behind Our First St. Patrick’s Day Parade
What started as a casual conversation between Dee Farrelly and Aoife O'Sullivan has turned into something historic, Raheny’s first-ever (or first in a long time!) St. Patrick’s Day Parade. But how do you go from an idea over a chat to organising a full-scale community event? In this episode, we dive into the journey of bringing the parade to life, the challenges, the surprises, and what it means for Raheny.🎤 How did they do it?☘️ What can we expect on the big day?🏡 And what does this mean for the future of Raheny?This is the story of two locals turning an idea into a tradition.
Discover the stories that make Raheny unique. From local legends and historical insights to community builders and fresh voices, The Raheny Podcast brings you closer to the heart of this vibrant Dublin neighbourhood. Each episode, we explore the people, history, and culture that define our community—one conversation at a time. Whether you're a long-time resident or just curious about Raheny, tune in for inspiring stories, fascinating perspectives, and a deeper connection to the place we call home.
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