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PJ hears how the Cork Fire Brigade never give up even when conditions are tough, talks to Paul McCarthy about the stunning results of Hello My Friend, finds out if Barry's Bootcamp it worth it now it's in Ireland. And more...

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.

From struggling on the streets to becoming a qualified therapist, Paul tells PJ how one simple greeting changed his life.  HelloMyFriend is on in the Everyman Theatre on Sunday March 29th from 2–4pm

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