KCLR's The Saturday Show with Edward Hayden

Janette O’Brien Climate Action Coordinator with Carlow County Council Small Town, Big Mission: How the People of Carlow Are Building a Low-Carbon Future From firefighters and sports clubs to community leaders and council staff, climate action is happening in every corner of Carlow Town

RTE Folk Awards Nominee Padraig Jack is gaining a reputation as a bilingual (Irish/English) singer-songwriter of substance with music and song rooted deep in Irish history, culture, language and storytelling. Born and raised in the Aran islands Gaelic-speaking Gaeltacht, Padraig is recognized as ‘One of Ireland’s best emerging songwriters’ (Hot Press) and he has been developing a reputation internationally as an authentic representative of Irish language and culture at International Celtic festivals such as Celtic Connections (2025, 2026) and Festival Interceltique de Lorient (2025, 2026) as well as representing Culture Ireland at Folk Alliance in Montréal in 2025

Will play in the SeanTi, Ferrybank on Thursday 8th October from 8 – 10pm 

Shirley Lanigan Looks ahead to our winter gardens, and the best way to prepare.

William is a proud Carlow man with a long and dedicated sporting career. He began playing Gaelic football for Carlow at a young age and progressed all the way to Senior level. After sustaining a broken leg during a senior championship match against Offaly, he was inspired to pursue a career in Physiotherapy.

Since qualifying as a Chartered Physiotherapist, William has continually expanded his professional expertise. He is trained in acupuncture and recently completed an Applied Physiotherapy Masters in UCD.

William places a strong emphasis on staying informed about current best practice in physiotherapy and actively shares this knowledge with the wider team. His vision and passion have helped build a high‑performing team of skilled clinicians whose shared mission is to empower patients to become the strongest and healthiest version of themselves.

Step back in time and experience the unforgettable soundtrack of a generation. Let It Be – The Music of The Beatles is a spectacular live concert celebration of the world’s most iconic band. Featuring soaring harmonies, authentic performances, and timeless hits from She Loves You and Help! to Hey Jude and Let It Be, this show brings the magic of The Beatles’ music to life on stage.

More than a tribute, Let It Be captures the spirit, energy, and joy of The Beatles’ legacy — a night of music that continues to inspire audiences across the globe. Perfect for lifelong fans and new generations alike, this is the ultimate Beatles experience.

The show features some of Ireland’s top musicians, including Liverpool-born but Dublin-based Jake Carter — who is no stranger to the stage and has a unique homegrown connection to the worldwide greats.

 Bride de Roiste chats to Edward about the  Féile an Fhómhair. Organised by Glór Ceatharlach and running from 25 September to 4 October, the popular festival celebrates the very best of Irish culture with music, sean-nós dancing, art competitions and more across the 10 days, while encouraging people to speak Irish throughout.

Edwards chats to some network Ireland Kilkenny award winners.
Jo McCarthy - Castlecomer Discovery Park - Advanced Career Employee - Highly Commended
Gail Daniels - BoBar Soap - Creative Professional - Judges Special Recognition
Ciara O’Connor - O’Connors Music School - Emerging businesswoman on the year - Highly Commended
Angie Mullins - Kilkenny Food Tours - Early Career Employee - Judges Special Recognition

Tracie Daly  joins us to catch up on her latest adventures in the kitchen and brings her friend Liana who used to be a student of hers in Ballymaloe. 

The Hired Man is in the watergate theatre from 6th – 10th October. The Hired Man is a powerful, heart-wrenching tribute to the unbreakable human spirit. Brimming with passion, epic storytelling and spectacular choral music that will leave you with goosebumps, this is a deeply moving story of love, betrayal and community resilience that you won’t want to miss

Evanne Ni Chuillan chats to Edward about the events of the GAA amalgemation meeting last week .