Magnumlady's Podcast

Wild Ireland is a must visit if you are in Ireland. On this podcast you will hear more about the animal sanctuary and their work. You will also hear about their family of Barbary Macaque Monkeys. You can find out more about Wild Ireland on the website. https://wildireland.org/

A round-up of my week, including a visit to Wild Ireland, news on the book, a lost bird, and more.

In 2023 I took part in the Hands of Sligo Project. I met 50 people, aged 65+ across County Sligo, and I took photos of their hands. Some people recorded short pieces with me, and I'll upload them to the podcast.The ‘Hands of Sligo Project’ was part of the Creativity in Older Age project run by Sligo County Council, Healthy Sligo, supported by the Creative Ireland Fund 2023.

Marleen runs Angel and Gift World in Sligo town. She also teaches Reiki, and so much more. Find out more about the shop on the website. https://www.angelworld.ie/Read more on my blog:https://magnumlady.com/2024/08/28/my-interview-with-marleen-from-angel-and-gift-world-in-sligo/

The Made in Sligo collective represent the best design and craftsmanship Sligo has to offer, promoting high-end craft to national and international audiences. The Made in Sligo work is imagined, designed, and of course, made in Sligo. The shop is also home to a curated collection of art and craft from other selected Irish makers. In this episode of the podcast I chat to Rachel Quinn about the shop, and the people involved in Made in Sligo. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MadeInSligo I also talk to Rachel about the ceramic classes she hosts, and you can follow her on Facebook to find out more: https://www.facebook.com/rachelquinnceramics.net

Vivid Studio Gallery is on John Street, Sligo. In this episode of the podcast, I chat to Graham and Ruth, who are two of the artists based at the gallery. They tell me more about their work and also about the other two artists who are part of the collective.Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vividstudiogallery You can call into them at 84 John Street. 11:00 till 5:30 - Tuesday - Saturday

In this podcast I speak to Anthony Gray to find out more about the Taste of Sligo Food Festival, which take place on September 21st and 22nd in Sligo town. You can read more about the festival on my blog: https://magnumlady.com/2024/08/01/theres-a-brand-new-food-festival-taking-place-in-sligo-town/ Anthony also talks about the Taste of Sligo Food Tour: https://tasteofsligo.ie/I ask Anthony about his favourite place in Sligo, and also his favourite dish.

The moment you step through the bright yellow door of Pasta Fresca!, you will get a sense of being in Italy, and we are lucky to have such a wonderful shop in Sligo town. Check out their website here: https://pastafrescasligo.com/ Find the shop on Grattan Street, Sligo.