{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6a4bbbddf29b71422287aaee/6a8e13d5d477524f47cb7229?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Carlow Connects, Episode 8 w/ Jennifer Murnane O'Connor (Minister of State, Department of Health)","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6a4bbbddf29b71422287aaee/1787693452263-fcf9ffbf-fb83-48ac-bc1a-0fd9fcaa66bd.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Carlow Connects | Ep. 08</p><p><br></p><p>Today we’re joined by Minister Jennifer Murnane O’Connor. Someone who’s been part of public life in Carlow and Kilkenny for nearly three decades. She’s served as a councillor, a Senator, a TD, and now Minister of State at the Department of Health. But beyond all the titles, Jennifer is known for being deeply rooted in her community, always present, and always approachable. </p><p><br></p><p>We’re chatting about her journey into politics, what life looks like outside the Dáil, the juggle of family and public service, and the experiences that shaped her along the way. It’s a chance to get to know the person behind the role. </p><p><br></p><p>Make sure to keep up to date on the lates episodes &amp; news across my socials: @carlowconnectspodcast</p>","author_name":"Paddy Carroll"}