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Bray
Seafront
Bray Head
Ukraine
Nostalgia
Saunas
The People's Park
Slate
Pennies
BLB Radio
Inspector Lindley Mysteries
Harris
Dundrum
Jack Murphy's Grocery
Turkish Baths
Community Engagement
Cliff Walk
Community Building
The Mermaid
Bagatelle

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We find out all about the once magnificent International Hotel, Bray and hear two cherished voices from our archive of the past - Colbert Martin on the International and Joe Loughman on Little Bray and on being a founder member of Bray Wheelers; we c... more

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What do we choose to remember? As another piece of Bray's past disappears with the demolition of the old Presentation School and Hall, we reflect on the memories that shape our town. A twenty-something from Kilmacanogue recalls her teenage adventures... more

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We remember Bray's vanished local shops and hear about a new pop-up shop seeking your opinions and ideas about what you'd like for the town. Locals and visitors share their plans for the summer season. We discuss the fires on Bray Head, and we bid fa... more

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Voices of Bray: Locals speak out as the Victorian seafront shelters fall into disrepair and hear about their origin, and what’s to become of them. We lift the mood with the soaring sounds of the Aurora Choir, and shine a light on the inspiring Women’... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Loughman
Bray Wheelers founder, Bray Cycling Club member, Bray Telephone Exchange manager
Bray Wheelers, Bray Town organizations
Episode: 23. The International Hotel, Summer in Bray and community legend Joe Loughman
Nick Kingston
Representative of the Victorian Society of Bray
Victorian Society of Bray
Episode: 23. The International Hotel, Summer in Bray and community legend Joe Loughman
Judy O'Toole
A resident who lived in Kill Mechanic and grew up in Bray; a younger perspective on Bray
Kilmacanogue/Bray community
Episode: 22. The buildings may disappear, but the stories remain
Treza Mulvaney
Tidy Towns volunteer and North Wicklow Women's Shed contributor
North Wicklow Women's Shed
Episode: 20. Crumbling shelters, rising voices, and women's sheds.
Gloria Smith
Musical director of the Aurora choir
Aurora Choir
Episode: 20. Crumbling shelters, rising voices, and women's sheds.
Ray Flood
Choir member of Aurora
Aurora Choir
Episode: 20. Crumbling shelters, rising voices, and women's sheds.
Irene Millner
Lions Club president (linked via Women's Shed member)
Lions Club
Episode: 20. Crumbling shelters, rising voices, and women's sheds.
Michael Collins
Former owner of the Royal Cinema Bray
Royal Cinema Bray
Episode: 19. Lights, Camera… Remembering cinema in Bray.
Maura Connolly
Square One Theatre Group member
Square One Theatre Group
Episode: 18. Bray’s Town Hall, Movie Star Remembered, 50 years of Square One, and a Story from the Mountains

Hosts

Mark
Host of Bray Talking Heads; frequent presence on Bray-focused episodes; long-running central figure in discussions about local history and culture.
Leah
Host and co-host with deep involvement in Bray's community topics, arts, and local events.
Pat
Co-host and interview facilitator, frequently guiding conversations on local history, culture, and community issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Hadn’t heard of the pod cast till I was walking from college to catch the train home to Wexford and got stopped for a street interview of sorts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dandemort03
    Irelanda year ago

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Listeners appreciate the strong sense of place and community validation the show provides.
The mix of nostalgia with current Bray debates feels authentic and engaging.
Guests and voices are consistently local and varied, which adds depth to town stories.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

16. Nicknames, Parents Go Anti-Social...And a Poem For Bray
Q: What do you think about the ban on social media accounts for children under 16?
The consensus among the community seems to support the ban, as many believe social media negatively impacts children's mental health and social skills.
Ep 9: Hot Stuff! From Turkish Baths to seaside saunas, and a seat with a view for Bagatelle.
Q: What was your motivation for getting into the sauna?
It was a birthday present, but I've heard the health benefits are meant to be extraordinary.
Ep 9: Hot Stuff! From Turkish Baths to seaside saunas, and a seat with a view for Bagatelle.
Q: How would you describe the experience and before and after?
I love it. I feel super refreshed after.
Ep 9: Hot Stuff! From Turkish Baths to seaside saunas, and a seat with a view for Bagatelle.
Q: What kind of pointers do you get in here?
We get all sorts of people kind of coming in, the side of fitness, but also the social side.
Ep 4. Golf on the Seafront, Old Radio Ads, and First Dates
Q: Can you remember a date back in the day where you might have went to?
People reminisce about going to places like the zoo and various pubs in Bray for dates, reflecting on the lack of nightlife now.

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This show centers on Bray, Ireland, blending nostalgia, local history, and community storytelling with on-the-ground reporting and Vox Pops. Episodes frequently weave memories of Bray's past—schools, theatres, beaches, and notable locals—with current issues like urban development, floods, and town planning, all through warm, conversational interviews and resident perspectives. Unique strengths include a strong sense of place, intergenerational voices, and a culture of volunteerism, making it a rich resource for listeners who want to understand how a seaside town evolves while preserving its heritage.

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Recent guests on Braytalkingheads include:

1. Joe Loughman
2. Nick Kingston
3. Judy O'Toole
4. Treza Mulvaney
5. Gloria Smith
6. Ray Flood
7. Irene Millner
8. Michael Collins

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