In the first episode of our Creative Sligo Series, we spoke to young local artist Conor Duffy who told us about his amazing cartoon creations and Youtube channel. He spoke of his inspirations and how much he loves being in a creative space. This series was supported by the Creative Ireland Programme (Sligo) 2023-2027 and we would like to thank them for their support. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan...
Sep 26, 2024•7 min•Ep. 81
Lauren Cadden told us about her best year to date in her career on the track, her Olympic memories and about the challenges athletes can face at elite level. A great fun chat and be sure to follow her on socials @lauren_cadden. Thanks to The Riverside Hotel for giving us the space on the day. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/...
Sep 25, 2024•44 min•Ep. 80
We were delighted to have Mona back for her 4th Slgo Show appearance where we re-lived the special medal winning race, heard about when she almost quit swimming and we also learned some fun facts about her! Thanks to the Riverside Hotel Sligo, for giving us the space on the day, plus cheers to Jako Ireland and Nooneboy Design for the Collab on the T-Shirt gifts at the end! For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by B...
Sep 25, 2024•24 min•Ep. 79
Fionnuala McLoughlin visited the studio to tell us about the work of the CRY Ireland Charity and how it has impacted her life after the loss of her brother. CRY Ireland is a charity family support group for anyone who has lost someone to sudden adult death or anyone living with an inherited heart condition that has to make changes to the way they live their lifes and they work side by side with the clinical side where they provide investigations and do research into these inherited heart conditi...
Jul 15, 2024•21 min•Ep. 78
Tony Travers from the Sun Dance Salsa Festival in Sligo popped in to tell us all about their upcoming 4 day Festival from June 6th-9th. For Tickets visit, https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/sundance-salsa-fest-2-tickets-825891322177 For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/...
Jun 03, 2024•7 min•Ep. 77
Are you one of Sligo's Fittest Superstars?? Then have a listen to Anne Gorby from the Mercy College who told us all about their upcoming fundraiser on June bank Holiday Monday. This event has something for everyone! For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/...
May 23, 2024•7 min•Ep. 76
This was up there with as interesting and informative an interview as we've ever had on the Sligo Show. ADHD Coach Aoife Hughes told us about her own journey with ADHD and her late diagnosis in life and how it transformed her own personal life and career. This is a must watch for anyone living with ADHD, but also a very informative chat to teach us all more about ADHD. Aoife Hughes: https://www.instagram.com/aoifehughescoaching?igsh=Zncwejduc3RydDFv For more information and episodes check out Th...
May 06, 2024•39 min•Ep. 74
Strandhill Surf Folk, you don't want to miss this chat, but more importantly Mark Capilitan's portrait photo exhibition from May 29 - June 28th at the National Surf Centre in Strandhill. Mark tells us all about how the project came about and what people can expect when they visit this free exhibition. Check out Mark's website here; https://markcapilitan.com/ For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney ...
May 02, 2024•7 min•Ep. 73
For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/
May 01, 2024•20 min•Ep. 99
John Mitchell from Calry dropped in to tell us all about living with a hearing impairment and how his cochlear implant has changed his life. This was a really interesting insight into how we can all be more mindful about people with hearing issues but also a very informative chat for anyone considering getting a cochlear implant themselves. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by ...
Apr 30, 2024•20 min•Ep. 72
Rory Maitland from the Theme Nights team chatted to us about their massive upcoming Vicar St show in Dublin. We got a great insight to what it takes to produce a theme night event and amazing community they have. Be sure to get your tickets for this one as it will sell out! For more information check out https://www.kieranquinn.ie/gigs For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel...
Apr 28, 2024•10 min•Ep. 71
Anne from Sligo's Darkness into Light event told us about this years event and also her story for getting involved after she lost her brother to suicide. She also spoke about her own mental health issues and how she sourced help. Be sure to learn all about the upcoming event, especially some elements you may not have realised take place at the event. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Pr...
Apr 24, 2024•7 min•Ep. 70
Cian McKeon called in to tell us about his upcoming fundraiser where he will run 100k in a Day. He is raising funds for the Sligo Cancer Support Centre who have been a big help for his family in the last few years. The link to Cian's fundraiser page, https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Mckeon100in24 For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.i...
Apr 21, 2024•6 min•Ep. 69
Ken Roht joined us to chat about his new Creative collective called Parlour Tricks who host their first event on Sunday April 28th at the Nest on Quay Street. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/
Apr 18, 2024•7 min•Ep. 68
Warren has been working professionally since 2017. His Stage credits include playing the lead role - William McKinney in The White Handkerchief - A musical drama about Bloody Sunday. The BBC documentary about the makings of the show was also nominated for an RTS Award. Warren also reprised this role for HUME: Beyond Belief which was awarded Five Stars by The Guardian. His screen credits include playing Jim Murdock in BBC’s Hope Street and NI screen’s The Glenarma Tapes which won Best Picture at ...
Mar 28, 2024•14 min•Ep. 67
Join us for an exclusive interview with Sinead Conway as she takes us behind the scenes of the Hawk's Well Theatre's latest musical production, "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change." In this captivating conversation, Sinead shares her experiences portraying one of the lead roles in this heartwarming production. But that's not all! Sinead opens up about her remarkable journey in both singing and acting, offering valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs she's encountered along the way...
Mar 14, 2024•17 min•Ep. 66
Join us on this special episode of The Sligo Show as we sit down with the one and only DJ Scruffy Duffy, a true icon in Sligo's entertainment scene. In this captivating interview, hosted by Brendan Tierney, we delve into DJ Scruffy Duffy's remarkable career, from his humble beginnings to his recent prestigious award. Get ready to embark on a nostalgic journey as DJ Scruffy Duffy shares anecdotes and insights that will resonate with many of you out there. From spinning tracks at local gigs to bec...
Mar 03, 2024•38 min•Ep. 65
German Blogger Sarah Ploss has fallen in love with Sligo so much that she plans to move here. We get her outsider view of our wonderful county and how a 1 night stop over started her love for Sligo. She also told us about living with MS after her diagnosis a few years back. Sarah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/grossstadtklein/ For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel ...
Feb 09, 2024•33 min•Ep. 64
Ryan Scanlon speaks to us about Winning €10,000 at Sligo's Got Talent, the upcoming Play he is in involved with “Esmeray, The Girl from the Far Side of the Moon” plus how he has coped with a visual impairment throughout his life. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/...
Feb 09, 2024•38 min•Ep. 63
In this episode, we have dealt with a topic close to many peoples lives, yet not something we see spoken about as openly as this interview. An amazing honest interview with local man, Willie Gallagher, who wanted to reveal his journey of recovery from Alcoholism. Please note, there is strong language and if you are affected by the issues raised in this episode, please contact https:// alcoholicsanonymous.ie or your local centre for support. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo S...
Nov 22, 2023•33 min•Ep. 62
We had a great chat with Sean Cunningham from the Sligo Welcome Ambassadors programme at Sligo BID. It is an amazing new initiative to make Sligo a more welcoming place and it’s a great way to give back to the community with a large number of people already signed up. Just 3 hours a month is all they ask. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelprodu...
Nov 15, 2023•11 min•Ep. 61
Edel from Spilt Milk Festival popped in to tell us what they have planned for this years festival (Nov 17-19th) at The Model and various venues around town. It sounds like an amazing mix of music and visual art and as she says; “if Electric Picnic, Body & Soul and All Together Now is your thing, you’ll this festival”. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions h...
Nov 08, 2023•9 min•Ep. 60
For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/
Nov 01, 2023•11 min•Ep. 101
The ever energetic and joyous Angela McGuire called in to chat to us about the upcoming musical, ‘Into the Woods’ produced by the Fun Company. It runs from Nov 8-11 in the Hawk’s Well Theatre. They also have an amazing Comedy fundraiser on Nov 4th in Andersons with Deirdre O’Kane headlining! For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/ Thi...
Nov 01, 2023•10 min•Ep. 59
ATU Haunting is back at ATU Sligo on Oct 30/31st and Eamon told us about the new plans they have for this year! For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/ This episode was recorded in The Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo https://www.theglasshouse.ie/ For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The S...
Oct 27, 2023•9 min•Ep. 58
We were delighted to chat with the TG4 GAA Anchorman who tells us of his unusual start in broadcasting, presenting a La Liga highlights show in the 90s and some of the stars he met on that journey. We also speak about a typical live broadcast match day schedule, spiky interviews plus what brought him to Sligo and of his huge interest in Sligos' Spanish Armada links. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan ...
Jun 11, 2023•46 min•Ep. 57
We met with Tommy Higgins who is most famous for being the man who 'brought Ticketmaster to Ireland'. A fascinating life story from growing up in Sligo town, playing in bands, working for The Sligo Champion to setting up a record store business and eventually a huge Ticketing business. He tells us how being a soccer referee helped him so much in business, how much he loves Sligo and the one big idea that could really boost Sligo. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website...
Jun 05, 2023•37 min•Ep. 56
Micheal O'Domhnaill has a chat with Brendan about the upcoming Spanish Armada TIDE International Conference which is happening in The Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo on May 24th & 25th The tickets for the conference are free and the event will also be livestreamed! For more information on the Spanish Armada you can check out the website here https://spanisharmadaireland.com/ For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Bre...
May 08, 2023•5 min•Ep. 55
Sligo Rovers have extended their 50kmchallenge! You can donate with this link www.50kmchallenge.ie Thanks to Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo for letting us recorded this piece in their business centre. For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show website https://thesligoshow.ie/ The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productions https://pixelproductions.ie/...
Apr 26, 2023•3 min•Ep. 54
Brendan Tierney, the host of The Sligo Show, was recently interviewed by guest host Mary Nielson. During the interview, Brendan shared his story of coming from outside Tuam, County Galway, and attending college in Sligo in 1999. In his third year of college, Brendan became the student president of Sligo IT. Aside from being a successful college student, Brendan is also a driving instructor and owns his own driving school. He has a passion for helping people learn to drive safely and confidently....
Mar 30, 2023•15 min•Ep. 53
