The Time Out Podcast

Robert Mizzell is one of the biggest names there is in Irish Country music. Having moved to Ireland from Louisiana USA 30 years ago, Robert got his first big break in Ireland with the song 'Say You Love Me'.  Since then he has continued to endear himself to audiences in Ireland in beyond with his wide ranging voice. He has released 13 albums to date, with many other hit songs amongst them like 'The Farmer', 'Two Rooms And A Kitchen', 'Louisiana Saturday Night' 'John Deer Beer', 'Livin The Life' and many many more. He is also one third of the very popular group, the three amigo's which includes Jimmy Buckley and Patrick Feeney. I caught up with Robert for a chat last week and we had  an in depth chat. Amongst them, things he learned during the pandemic, life at home with his wife Adele and 2 kids and we talk about his forthcoming album release. We also talk about the great influence Mama Courtney (RIP) had on his life. I hope you enjoy the interview!

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Before the pandemic hit the world and slowed everything down, Malachy McLaughlin had done DJing locally around Dungloe. During lockdown, he was like many others in the sense he had no option but to restrict what he did. Then one day soon after he decided to experiment with DJing on FB live and the rest as they say is history. DJ MC's popularity soared week after week, his following near and far increasing rapidly. He entertained many who were glad to be entertained at a time when going out to a take in live events was out of the question. Malachy enjoys singing too, be it karaoke or singing a few with a live band, either way DJ MC enjoys entertaining folk. I sat down for a chat with him last week and we talked about his DJing, his loves of visiting Glasgow, supporting Celtic ,and listening to the legendary group Oasis. Much more is talked about too. This is my first in person interview since EP 7, 609 days ago. 

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John O'Mahony's record in GAA speaks for itself, one of the great managers to have graced the line. He stopped playing inter county for Mayo at the young age of 23 but before he did he had won an All Ireland minor title in 1971 followed by reaching the U21 pinnacle three years later. In 1983 as coach/manager he led Mayo to another U21 All Ireland title. The senior job came calling and again John delivered success in 88, 89, winning back to back Connacht titles for the first time in 38 years. O'Mahony's magic wand captured the attention of Leitrim and in 1994 he led them to sheer ecstasy when they landed their first Connacht title in 67 years. Galway were next in line and it was there John reached the holy grail. He guided the tribesmen to their first All Ireland title in 32 years in 1998 and three years later a second Sam was lifted. I talk to John about his amazing time in GAA, some of the key ingredients for the success he oversaw plus we dwell on Mayo's 11th All ireland final loss since 1989, 89 being the year that John as manager just came up short in landing his native Mayo GAA's biggest prize. I also chat to John about his time in politics. He represented his Mayo constituency as a TD from 2007 and from 2016 to 2020 he worked as a senator. His overall story is a great one! I hope you enjoy the inteview!

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John Lynch was a GAA All Star in 1986. The same year he was part of the first Tyrone senior side to play in an All Ireland Final. They would lose this final to the great Kerry side featuring the likes of Jack Ó Sé, Pat Spillane, Bomber Liston, Páidí Ó Sé and many more. John did win 3  senior Ulster medals with Tyrone. I had a chat with the Castlederg man a few days after the All Ireland football final where the red hand county got their hands on their fourth Sam Maguire, by defeating Mayo by 5 points in the decider. Myself and John review the final itself in detail and John talks about his own playing days. He talks glowingly about the great Art McRory, who as manger enjoyed numerous successes with Tyrone provincially. John outlines the great relationships Art had with players from school level to senior level at various sports. I hope you enjoy the interview!

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Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh was destined to have music play a big role in her life as both her mother Kitty and late father Francie were very musical. Destiny is one thing but reality is another and Mairéad has well and truly made her destiny a reality many times over. In the late 80's she co founded Altan with her late husband Frankie Kennedy (RIP). The group have enjoyed great success over the years, in all continents and now perform with 4 members when on stage. Mairéad was named Donegal person of the year in 2009, a fitting award for a lady who has shone such a great light on Donegal music as well as Irish trad/folk. I talk to Mairéad about the great influence of her parents,  and we talk about some of the other groups she's a member of, plus much more! I hope you enjoy the interview!

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Fr Adrian Gavigan was ordained as a priest in the year 2000. Hailing originally from Glenties, later this month he becomes a parish priest for the first time in Drumholm, Ballintra. Prior to this he has worked in various areas as a Catholic Curate and he leaves Lettermacaward, Doochary parish having served there since Dec 2017. I chat to him about his time there, his ordination and love of all things Donegal plus he reflects on the spiritual benefits visiting Lourdes has for our youth.

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Strand Rovers FC, based in Maghery, Co.Donegal were formed in 2012. After Strand Rovers met the criteria to enter the Donegal League for 2013/14 season, they would make great strides in the years to follow, including promotion to division 1.  Despite the disappointment of losing the Voodoo Venue Cup final in 2016/17 to Arranmore United, Strand Rovers under Packie McHugh bounced back strongly in 2017/18, and won division 1 of the Glencar Inn Saturday league with Stephen Glackin as captain. Stephen had joined the club a year after it was formed. Their 1st trophy was a proud moment for both himself and everyone connected to the club. In 2018/19 Strand Rovers under Jim O'Donnell repeated the success of winning the Saturday league, this time by a 5 point margin, having previously won it a single point. During this interview I chat with Stephen about the great progression made by Strand Rovers since their story began plus much more including his hopes for the club in the future.  

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The Bradley name has served Derry GAA well over the years. From as far back the mid 70's when Eoin Bradley's uncle Gabriel won back to back Ulster titles with the oak leaf county. I chat with Eoin about his own club and inter county career. He has some regrets but a lot more good memories playing alongside his brother Paddy for both club and county. Eoin won the Derry county championship with Glenullin in 2007. His proudest moment.  Understandably so, because as well as his brother and cousins being involved, his Dad Liam was manager. Eoin was also part of the Derry squad which won the 2008 Div 1 National Football League, beating Kerry in the final. As well as talking about all these memories, I preview with Eoin this Sunday's Ulster Championship Quarter Final in Ballbofey, Donegal v Derry.  Throw in 4pm. We also talk about the progress Derry have made in recent times under Rory Gallagher. I hope you enjoy the interview. 

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For my podcast's milestone 50th episode, I don't think I could have found a more powerful story than that of Mick McLoughlin.  A Dublin busker this last 10 years, his stock in the last 12 months has risen and risen. Particularly since November 2020,  when a video of Mick was taken of him singing the auld triangle while walking on what was a way quieter than normal Henry street; as a result of lockdown measures. The video grew steadily in popularity as did Mick himself and during the current pandemic his facebook live performances continue to be watched by tens of thousands of people. Away from music Mick's story is also inspiring. He has experienced many personal challenges in his life such as homelessness and he talks passionately about the situation many homeless people find themselves in and outlines how our government must do more to address this.  

To listen to 2 songs of Mick's that I chose for this podcast, you can listen to them along with this interview by visiting the below link. The interview on its own is here to abide by platform rules. 

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https://www.mixcloud.com/DJTone84/the-time-out-podcast-ep-50-with-guest-mick-mcloughlin-june-19th-2021/

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Fr Eddie Gallagher was ordained as a priest on June 12th 1977. A much admired and loved priest who is still going strong today. He's been parish priest in Kilcar since 2008. Before that he was parish priest in Carrick, Lettermacaward, Glencolmcille, Dungloe and Gweedore. I caught up with him for a chat and we looked back on many memories of his. Including his ordination. He tells me some of his favourite parables and he said a prayer for those who may be struggling in these testing times we live in.

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