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PJ talks to Gaye Shortland on her books written in the Cork vernacular describing LGBT life in the 90s, a time of change in Ireland

PJ talks to Giorgia Anile of the Toy Library who says the match between toy and child is so important if you are trying to help development but trial-and-error without a toy library would bankrupt families.

The new Chief Commissioner of the Irish Girl Guides is from Carrigaline. Aisling Claffey Healion is proud of the skills girls learn by taking part but, most of all, the life skills they gain through socializing, she tells PJ. See also here

From struggling on the streets to becoming a qualified therapist, Paul tells PJ how one simple greeting changed his life.

Trina tells PJ about John Hayes, her late Uncle, and how she wants to continue his lifelong mission of supporting others, by holding a run in aid of Cancer Connect who helped him get to his appointments Join the John Hayes Memorial 5km on June 28th at the Valley Rovers Walkway; registration opens at 11:00 AM for a 1:00 PM start Facebook page Search "John Hayes Memorial 5km"

PJ hears from Máire Ní Mhurchú, Chair of the Irish Self Catering Federation, who says people will rather see buildings lie idle than pay huge planning fees and keep track of complex paperwork

PJ talks to Sen Nicole Ryan who is holding an online meeting tonight. See also here

Chloë McPolin went to the new Irish Barry's Bootcamp and she tells PJ that to her surprise she might be back! You can read her account of it here

Cllr Paudie Dineen says he's devastated that Council refused to give venues fobs allow acts to load when bollards are up to PJ Coogan