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CountryWide

RTÉ Radio 1
Climate Change
Weather
Farming
Lamb
Agriculture
Boyne River
Farm Shops
Food Security
Environmental Conservation
Bureaucracy
Dairy Farming
Boine River Trust
Rainfall
Eid Al-Fitr
EU Bathing Water Directive
Salmon
Biodiversity
The Burrenbeo Trust
Crop Planting
Ireland

The CountryWide team feature the events, people and happenings that bring colour and life to communities, towns and villages across Ireland. Listen live Saturdays at 8am on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Latest Episodes

Della Kilroy meets angler Damien Devine on the River Deele, a tributary of the Foyle, where he is teaching a group of young people how to fish as well as about the importance of preserving biodiversity around the river.See omnystudio.com/listener for... more

Philip meets geographer and author Liam Campbell at Derry’s Peace Bridge to talk about the history of the River Foyle and what it means to the city of Derry. For a farmer’s perspective, he travels to the farm of Richard and Leona Kane, producers of B... more

Countrywide Full Episode 04/04/2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Writer Neil Hegarty reads an excerpt from his essay ‘Klondike’ which explores the watery geographies of the River Foyle. The essay appeared in a collection entitled ‘Impermanence’, published by the Centre Culturel Irlandais in Paris, to reflect on on... more

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Recent Guests

Damien Devine
Representative from Dennett Angling Club; involved in youth angling development
Dennett Angling Club
Episode: Angling on the Deele
Leona Kane
Farmer and spouse
Local farming operation
Episode: The River Foyle and Farming on Reclaimed Land
Richard Kane
Farmer on reclaimed land
Local farming operation
Episode: The River Foyle and Farming on Reclaimed Land
Neil Hegarty
Author of Impermanence, reader of the Klondike essay
Author, Impermanence
Episode: Klondike by Neil Hegarty
Don McGinley
Retired local GP and maritime history enthusiast
Episode: Moville Pier
Seán Beattie
Local historian and author
Episode: Moville Pier
Sarah McLean
Dr. Sarah McLean of The Loughs Agency
The Loughs Agency
Episode: The Loughs Agency
Rob Gondola
Senior Science Officer, Herpetological Society of Ireland
Herpetological Society of Ireland
Episode: Pond Life
Mia Gondola
Citizen scientist helping with pond sampling
National Biodiversity Data Center (participant in study)
Episode: Pond Life

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Suzanne Campbell
Field reporter and host, providing coverage on regional events and agricultural stories.
Philip
Host with extensive knowledge in agricultural practices and farm management.
CountryWide Team
Group of dedicated reporters and hosts engaged in covering community stories.

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Thinking like a Mountain
Q: Why do you say then that when we look at bogs, we need to start thinking like a mountain? What do you mean by that?
Thinking like a mountain means you must consider the broader ecological context and the long-term effects of actions, recognizing that ecological changes unfold slowly and that short-term timelines often miss how systems actually respond underground and over centuries.
Up in Smoke?
Q: What did you find?
Over 400 sites were identified, with only a portion being wooden trackways or platforms; many other discoveries show that bogs served as living landscapes with social and economic activities.
Artists and our Wetlands
Q: You became a volunteer yourself. What does that kind of work look like?
Volunteers gather on Saturday mornings to build and repair boardwalks, clear addendrons, and collectively contribute to the bog's preservation, while engaging with data collection and community storytelling to keep the project moving forward.
Countrywide Full Episode 21/02/2026
Q: What strategies are in place to protect endangered species in the area?
A comprehensive management of fisheries is needed in conjunction with the involvement of local fishermen.
Countrywide Full Episode 21/02/2026
Q: How important is the southwest of Ireland as a habitat to these endangered species?
It is very important as it is one of the most biodiverse sites in Europe.

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Focused on the vibrant connections between communities in Ireland and their rural landscapes, this podcast touches on a range of themes including agriculture, environmental conservation, and the daily realities faced by farmers and local communities. Episodes frequently showcase insightful discussions surrounding challenges such as climate change, biodiversity, and food production, while also highlighting the cultural significance of traditional practices like seaweed harvesting and artisanal cheese-making. Notably, the podcast often features collaborations between farmers and artists to emphasize shared values and struggles, showcasing how art can connect to agricultural life in meaningful ways. This blend of practical insights and cultura... more

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CountryWide launched 17 years ago and published 108 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Damien Devine
2. Leona Kane
3. Richard Kane
4. Neil Hegarty
5. Don McGinley
6. Seán Beattie
7. Sarah McLean
8. Rob Gondola

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