RadioTalks Podcast from Learning Waves
Radio Talks is the podcast from Learning Waves. Learning Waves was set up in 2004 to provide training for those working in the Independent Commercial Radio Sector in Ireland and is an industry led initiative.
Episodes
In this episode of RadioTalks, we hear from Jackie Neill - trainer, consultant, and producer with over 30 years’ experience in radio, editorial leadership, and production. Jackie shares insights from her media career, freelancing journey, running a business, and the importance of representation in the industry.
Now Head Judge for the IMRO Radio Awards 2025, Jackie offers valuable tips on crafting a standout entry and reflects...
Looking Ahead – Radio into the Future with James Cridland, editor of Podnews, a daily podcast newsletter, and a radio futurologist — a writer, consultant, advisor and speaker.
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Steven Reiner joined the Stony Brook faculty at the beginning of the 2008-09 academic year after working for more than a decade as a producer for the CBS News magazine program “60 Minutes.
Radio’s Role in Providing Trusted News for Consumers.
with Professor Steven Reiner, Stony Brook University, USA
Moderator: Fiona Stack, Radio Kerry
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Harnessing the Power of Diversity and Sustainability for Content and Commercial Growth
GEDI with Laura Costello, THINKHOUSE, Aisling Heraughty, Ocean FM, Andrew Campbell-Edie, Irish Centre for Diversity
Moderated by Robbie Fogarty from Sunshine 106.8
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Sustaining Radio’s Future
with Aoife MacEvilly, Broadcasting and Video on Demand Commissioner, Coimisiún na Meán, Patricia Monahan, Director of Audio, RTE, Chris Doyle, CEO, Bauer Media Audio Ireland, Sean Barry, Managing Director, Wireless Ireland, Ronan McManamy, CEO, Clare FM/Tipp FM.
Moderator: Will Faulkner, Midlands Radio 3
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AI – Opportunities and Challenges for the Audio Sector
with Glen Mulcahy, Titanium Media, James Cridland, PodNews, Joanne Sweeney, Digital Training Institute
Moderator – Jess Kelly, Newstalk
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The Presenters Story
with Graham O’Toole, Nathan O’Reilly
Moderator: Niamh O’Reilly
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Leadership | Resilience | Motivation – Sport and Business
Jim Gavin, Irish Aviation Authority, former Dublin Manager and current Chairperson of GAA Football Review Committee in conversation with Adrian Barry, Off the Ball
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Radio in Cars and on Devices
with Pedro Valiente, Head of Partnerships, Radio Player
Moderated by Michael Kelly from The IBI
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Connecting with Younger Audiences
with Andy Roberts, Radio Consultant, UK, Alison Healy, Today FM, Mark Cunning, Group Content Director, Wireless Ireland
Moderator – Kayte O’Malley, Galway Bay FM
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Protecting Journalism into the Future
with Andrew McLindon, An Garda Siochána, Ciara Riordan, BBC News, Dawn Wheatley, DCU, Bernadette Prendergast, Galway Bay FM
Moderator: Greg Hughes, Highland Radio
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The Future of Audio Advertising – The Agency Perspective
With Jade Finn, Head of Planning and Investment, Dentsu, Emma O’Doherty, Chief Client Officer, Mindshare/Group M, Andy Pierce, Group Strategy Director, Core, Simon Geraghty, Research and Insights Director, OMG
Moderator: Ciaran Cunningham, CEO, Radiocentre Ireland
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Radio Days Ireland is a unique 2 day conference which took place on 27th and 28th March 2025 in the Gibson Hotel, Dublin. The event is a joint initiative by Learning Waves Skillnet, the training body for the Independent Commercial Radio Sector in Ireland and IBI, the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland.
In this Episode we hear from Niall Power from Beat 102103 on the Top 10 Radio Promotions
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Radio Days Ireland is a unique 2 day conference which will take place on 27th and 28th March 2025 in the Gibson Hotel, Dublin. The event is a joint initiative by Learning Waves Skillnet, the training body for the Independent Commercial Radio Sector in Ireland and IBI, the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland.
In this episode we hear from Stephen Reiner, Ciaran Cunningham, Joanne Sweeney and Andy Roberts, enjoy!
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In this Episode of RadioTalks you will hear from Fionnuala Rabbitt, Managing Director at Highland Radio in Donegal and also current Chairperson of Learning Waves.
Fionnuala took over as Chairperson of Learning Waves in September 2024 following the appointment of former Chairperson Patricia Monahan to Director of Audio in RTE. Fionnuala has been a Director of Learning Waves since 2017 and served as Vice Chair since 2022....
Radio in Ireland is so successful at raising money and awareness through many charity initiatives. We were lucky enough to catch up with some presenters to find out more, including John Breslin from Highland Radio, John Morley Galway Bay FM, Declan Meehan - East Coast FM along with Michael Crawley LMFM, Emma, Dave and Aisling - Spin 1038 and wrapping it all up PJ +Jim from Radio Nova - enjoy!
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This episode dive into all things election coverage with three industry experts: Kieran Foley, WLRFM, Sarah Kieran, Media Lawyer, and Niall Delaney, Ocean FM. Together, they share their insights on the legal challenges, audience engagement, and overcoming obstacles in covering local, EU, and general elections
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In this episode of RadioTalks, we sit down with Patricia Monahan as she reflects on her time as Managing Editor of Newstalk and Chairperson of Learning Waves. Patricia shares insights from her incredible journey in broadcasting and offers advice to people starting out in radio. Listen to hear about her vision for the future of Irish audio and what’s next for the media landscape in Ireland.
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In this episode, we explore mental health, resilience, burnout, and confidence for journalists in the radio industry. We are joined by Tara Duggan, Group Deputy Head of News at Bauer Media Audio Ireland, and Sheila Naughton, Multimedia Reporter at Newstalk, who will share their experiences as journalists. Additionally, Áine O'Meara, Programme Leader at Headline Ireland, discusses her work with Headline, Ireland's national programm...
In this episode we sit down with Fyona Smith, Managing Editor of Today FM. Fyona shares her incredible journey from Australia to Ireland, revealing how she fell in love with the country and what drew her to its vibrant radio industry. With a rich background in both radio and podcasting, Fyona discusses her career, her passion for audio storytelling, and the challenges and triumphs of leading one of Ireland’s top radio stations. Fyo...
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