Spirit Radio Podcasts

Purity Osumba spoke to Nicki Hayes about a project she leads in Nairobi’s informal settlements, helping women grow food in cramped spaces to feed their families and generate income. She will be sharing at the Christian Aid conference in Cairnmoney Presbyterian Church on Saturday 14th of March https://caw.christianaid.ie/

LZ7 were in Dublin playing support at Dublin’s 3Arena and Olga Kaye spoke with Lindz West

Johny Somerville from Jesus Films and Hannah Clarke from Scripture Union Ireland. Johny has been closely involved producing The Way of St. Patrick to life — a project that goes beyond legend to explore the real man behind Ireland’s patron saint. This series isn’t just about history; it’s about faith, calling, courage, and the transformative power of the gospel. Through cinematic storytelling and deep reflection on Patrick’s life, this project invites us to consider what it means to follow Christ wholeheartedly in our own time and context. you can watch here >> http://nuafilms.com/stpatrick

WOMEN LEADING CHANGE – International Women’s Day Event in Dublin’s North Inner City. Date: Thursday, 5th March Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm Venue: Handball Alley, Sackville Avenue, Ballybough, Dublin D03 P6E5 Admission: Free – No booking required Dublin’s North Inner City will come alive this International Women’s Day as the community comes together for WOMEN LEADING CHANGE, a powerful celebration of women who are shaping a fairer, more compassionate Ireland. Taking place at the Ballybough Handball Centre, this inspiring event will feature a dynamic panel of women from advocacy, broadcasting, music, and community leadership. The day is proudly sponsored by Dublin City Council and supported by local business Cloud Café, who will provide complimentary tea, coffee, and sandwiches.

Colin Creighton leads Soul Story, a ministry that believes every person’s story matters and that Scripture can bring real insight and healing to life’s struggles. Through biblical counselling, teaching, and practical resources, he helps people grow emotionally and spiritually, finding hope and direction in God’s story for their own lives.

Joe Supple gives us some sun options amidst this awful weather.

Jennifer Rothwell, a designer whose work beautifully blends creativity, craftsmanship, and meaning. Jennifer will be showcasing her designs at the Divine Mercy Conference this weekend, and she’s also preparing something special ahead of Mother’s Day.

Tracy Carroll, a passionate advocate for disability rights and inclusive education, and mum to Willow, a young girl with complex needs who has inspired change through Tracy’s determination and activism. Tracy recently spoke at Fine Gael’s first disability conference, bringing the lived experience of families caring for children with disabilities directly into the political conversation. Her work highlights both the challenges and the positive changes needed in Ireland’s disability supports and inclusion policies.

Neale Richmond. As Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade with special responsibility for international development and the Irish diaspora, he is a key figure in shaping Ireland’s global aid efforts. Minister Richmond oversees Ireland’s contribution to Official Development Assistance, working closely with NGOs and international partners to support vulnerable communities overseas. Today, he joins us alongside the CEO of Tearfund Ireland Sean Copeland to talk about why Irish Aid matters, where that work is being carried out, and the impact of recent field visits — including his trip to Uganda and Ethiopia to witness aid projects on the ground.

Mary Hulgraine is known for her success as a two-time All-Ireland champion and All-Star goalkeeper, but her greatest victory has been one of faith. Through struggles with addiction and mental health, Mary discovered a deeper relationship with God that transformed her life. Today, her story is a powerful reminder that no darkness is greater than God’s light.

After the Cermony (of course ) When it comes to weddings, every detail matters — but according to a recent survey, the wedding cake now ranks even higher than flowers on the list of must-haves for the big day. For baker Helen McDonald, that’s no surprise. Known for her creativity and flair, Helen specialises in designing show-stopping cakes that are as imaginative as they are delicious. From elegant classics to bold, artistic centrepieces, her creations are often the sweet highlight of the celebration.

Seamus Mulconry, General Secretary of the Catholic Primary Schools Management Association, which supports and represents the Boards of Management of over 2,800 Catholic primary schools across the country. With the upcoming Convention on Education set to shape the future of primary and post-primary schools in Ireland, Seamus joins us to share why this national conversation is so important from a Catholic school perspective.

Well, we are now well into the Lenten season — a time that naturally invites us to slow down a little, to reflect, and perhaps to take a deeper look at our spiritual lives. For many people, Lent can be a real opportunity to renew faith or even to rediscover it. Starting next week, there’s a course that might be just what you’re looking for. It’s called “Come and See”, and it’s designed to help people explore their faith in a welcoming and thoughtful way. I’m delighted to say that joining us now to tell us more about it is Fr Michael Hurley, priest, retreat giver, and author of Inspiring Faith Communities – A Programme of Evangelization, published by Messenger Publications.

As we move through Lent, many people are thinking about what they might give up — and for some, it could be the perfect opportunity to take a life-changing step by giving up smoking. Smoking remains one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke in Ireland, but the good news is that it’s never too late to quit — and the health benefits begin almost immediately. Joining us now to talk about the benefits of quitting, the long-term effects of smoking, and how families and even churches can support young people in making healthy choices, is Dr Angie Brown from the Irish Heart Foundation.

Amanda Prather from Tearfund Ireland. This Lenten devotional series follows the story of Zara, a teenage girl attending a Christian-run informal education centre in Lebanon. Through her journey, participants explore themes such as anger, forgiveness, love, and thankfulness — lessons Zara learns through chapel services and daily life at the centre. Zara loves learning and dreams of becoming a fashion designer, but poverty and family pressures threaten her education. Already working after school to help support her family, she struggles with exhaustion and fears being forced to leave school — or even being married off young. At the education centre, Zara finds compassion, stability, and faith. Each day begins with chapel, worship, and lessons that teach the children to draw closer to God and to care for one another. In a region marked by hardship and instability, the centre provides protection, dignity, and hope. Zara’s story reminds us that while her circumstances may seem distant from our own, the spiritual lessons she learns are universal. Through her experience, we are invited to reflect on how God shapes and sanctifies each of us in our own journeys. The devotional encourages readers to pray, give, share the work, and support the centre so more children like Zara can experience education, faith, and hope for the future.

Eric Hughes, one of the chaplains based at DCU’s Inter Faith Centre on the Glasnevin campus. Eric serves as Church of Ireland chaplain, supporting students of all faiths and none, helping build community, offering pastoral care, and creating space for reflection and connection across campus life.

Alan Hynes, Chief Executive Officer of the Catholic Education Partnership, to reflect on Catholic Schools Week 2026 and the role of Catholic education in Ireland today. This year’s theme — “Catholic Schools: Normal Lives, Called to Holiness” — highlights how holiness and faith are lived out in everyday school life through prayer, service, kindness, and community. Mr. Hynes will also share insights on current priorities and future plans for Catholic schools across the country.

Co-author of the book “The Beatles and Ireland” Mick Lynch to talk about one of the most anticipated music film projects in years — the ambitious Beatles biopic series directed by Sam Mendes. Instead of a single movie, Sony and Apple Corps are producing four interconnected feature films, each focusing on one member of the Fab Four — John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr — with actors such as Paul Mescal, Harris Dickinson, Joseph Quinn and Barry Keoghan stepping into those iconic roles. The films are slated for release in April 2028 and promise to offer fresh cinematic insight into the band’s story and legacy.

Grace Casey is from Bray in County Wicklow. She adores dining out in restaurants, is a secret thrill seeker, and her garda vetting lists 29 different addresses, so she’s moved quite a bit. She joined Kieran to chat about her faith. If you’d like to feature on the weekly “Life in 5” you can email: producer@spiritradio.ie

Jamie Farrelly from Water Safety Ireland to talking about staying safe around Ireland’s waterways as cold temperatures, rising water levels, and recent storms make conditions more unpredictable this February. With water and air temperatures still low, risks such as cold water shock, hypothermia, and rough seas remain very real, even for experienced swimmers and coastal walkers — and following the latest safety appeals from Water Safety Ireland, the Irish Coast Guard and the RNLI is more important than ever.