RadioTalks Podcast from Learning Waves

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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.

  1. RadioTalks - Episode 34 - New Voices, Big Wins & Industry Moves in Irish Radio

    12/19/2025

    RadioTalks - Episode 34 - New Voices, Big Wins & Industry Moves in Irish Radio

    In this episode of RadioTalks, we take a moment to reflect on a busy and exciting year across the radio industry. We hear from Learning Waves journalism graduate Jamie Ryan about his first months on placement at East Coast FM and what it’s really like getting started in radio. Award-winning broadcaster Kieran McGuinness shares his journey from musician to presenter and what drives his love of music radio. We’re also joined by Fiona Stack, Fionnuala Rabbitt and Mark Cunning, who talk openly about stepping into new leadership roles and the challenges and opportunities facing radio today. A warm, honest conversation about people, passion and the future of the industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min

  2. 11/28/2025

    RadioTalks - Episode 33 - Christmas Charity Initiatives

    Christmas can be a difficult time of year for many and its always great to see radio stations in Ireland airing charity initiatives . On this podcast we chat to Edwina Grace from KCLR 96FM about their Toy Drive for 2025 and Callum Farmer who is the breakfast show producer for Spin 1038 about their event which is  Emma, Dave and Fiona's Big Night of Laughs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min
  3. RadoTalks Episode 32 - Yuliia Riabova - IMRO Newcomer of the year 2025

    10/31/2025

    RadoTalks Episode 32 - Yuliia Riabova - IMRO Newcomer of the year 2025

    The annual IMRO Radio Awards ceremony took place in Kilkenny in early October, celebrating excellence across Irish radio. This year, the “Newcomer of the Year” award was presented to Ukrainian journalist Yuliia Riabova, originally from Odesa. Yuliia arrived in Ireland in 2023 and has since become part of the Radio Kerry team. In our interview, Yuliia shares her experiences of life in Ukraine, her journey to Ireland, and how she found a new home and career in Irish radio See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  4. 09/19/2025

    RadioTalks Episode 31 - Ai in Programming and Sales across the Independent Radio Sector in Ireland

    In episode 31 of RadioTalks we talk to  Martin Howard, Programme Controller, Shannonside/Northern Sound and Melanie O’Sullivan, Marketing and Events Manager, Radio Kerry to discuss the recent Ai for Radio course delivered by Joanne Sweeney and how it has impacted Martin’s, Melanie’s role since completing the course. We also get some general thoughts and views on Ai and its use in radio and its impact and management going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
  5. RadioTalks Podcast 29 - Jackie Neill: Radio Leadership, Freelancing Wisdom & IMRO Radio Awards 2025 Insights

    05/23/2025

    RadioTalks Podcast 29 - Jackie Neill: Radio Leadership, Freelancing Wisdom & IMRO Radio Awards 2025 Insights

    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 on her years of involvement with the awards.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 min
  6. RadioDays Ireland 2025 - Radio Into the Future - James Cridland

    04/04/2025

    RadioDays Ireland 2025 - Radio Into the Future - James Cridland

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
  7. RadioDays Ireland 2025 - Steven Reiner - Radio’s Role in Providing Trusted News for Consumers.

    04/04/2025

    RadioDays Ireland 2025 - Steven Reiner - Radio’s Role in Providing Trusted News for Consumers.

    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   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min
  8. RadioDays Ireland 2025 - Harnessing the Power of Diversity and Sustainability for Content and Commercial Growth

    04/04/2025

    RadioDays Ireland 2025 - Harnessing the Power of Diversity and Sustainability for Content and Commercial Growth

    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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    42 min
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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.

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