iRadio sent their presenters home in 2019 to rediscover their roots and showcase their hometowns. Fionnuala returned to Galway to participate in Irish dancing classes, visit An Taibhdhearc Irish Language Theatre, and go on a Galway food tour. Sharron visited her mother's home in Mayo, explored Achill Island, and saw why Westport is so lively. Oonagh, who is from Kerry but lives in Athlone, visited Viking boats, Athlone FC, and local drama societies. Louise returned to NUIG College Radio and visited spots in Salthill, Galway. Dave Duke broadcast live from his family home in Leitrim and toured local attractions like Glencar Waterfall

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iGO HOME

2. iRADIO’S iGO HOME…
iRadio spans a huge geographical area and we’re
proud our presenters represent many different
towns and villages from across our region…
That’s why in 2019 we sent our presenter's
home to rediscover their roots and showcase
what makes their home special.

3. And…What summer is was

4. Fionnuala
Fionnuala is a Galway girl passionate about all Irish culture The
GAA and food….
Venues and out and about features
• Fionnuala returned to Irish dancing classes
• Live from An Taibhdhearc- Irish Language Theatre
• Galway Food Tour
• Pearse Stadium in Salthill

5. SHARRON - MAYO
• Live Sharron’s living room Tooreen, County Mayo.
Sharron’s Mammy was the ultimate host.
• Achill Island - A day of discovery -the deserted island,
Keem Bay and the thriving water sports!
• Westport- Mayo’s most famous town – easy to see why
the town is bustling and always full of life and
character.

6. Party at Oonagh’s….
A Kerry Girl at heart, Oonagh has now made
Athlone her home.
Venues and out and about features.
• The viking Boat
• Athlone FC
• Athlone Musical society
• Athlone Drama Society
• Ireland's oldest pub, Seans Bar

7. LOUISE
Louise hails from Co. Galway but she has made the city her
home.
Venues and out and about features:
• College Radio. Louise returns to NUIG
• Salthill- The Prom & O' Connors pub
• The Palace cinema
• Bucking competition held on Shop Street

8. Dave Duke
Dave Duke returned to the homestead - Glenade/Kinlough Leitrim. We
went live from his living room surrounded by his friends and family.
• Tuesday - Glencar Waterfall
• Wednesday - Bundoran - tourist office
• Thursday - Downings Donegal. Music by Little Hours
• We finished the week by throwing a big party in the
local night club

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