Spirit Radio Podcasts

Joe Supple gives us some sun options amidst this awful weather.

Jennifer Rothwell, a designer whose work beautifully blends creativity, craftsmanship, and meaning.  

Jennifer will be showcasing her designs at the Divine Mercy Conference this weekend, and she’s also preparing something special ahead of Mother’s Day.  

Tracy Carroll, a passionate advocate for disability rights and inclusive education, and mum to Willow, a young girl with complex needs who has inspired change through Tracy’s determination and activism.  

Tracy recently spoke at Fine Gael’s first disability conference, bringing the lived experience of families caring for children with disabilities directly into the political conversation. Her work highlights both the challenges and the positive changes needed in Ireland’s disability supports and inclusion policies.  

Neale Richmond. As Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade with special responsibility for international development and the Irish diaspora, he is a key figure in shaping Ireland’s global aid efforts.  

Minister Richmond oversees Ireland’s contribution to Official Development Assistance, working closely with NGOs and international partners to support vulnerable communities overseas.  

Today, he joins us alongside the CEO of Tearfund Ireland Sean Copeland to talk about why Irish Aid matters, where that work is being carried out, and the impact of recent field visits...

Mary Hulgraine is known for her success as a two-time All-Ireland champion and All-Star goalkeeper, but her greatest victory has been one of faith.  

Through struggles with addiction and mental health, Mary discovered a deeper relationship with God that transformed her life.  

Today, her story is a powerful reminder that no darkness is greater than God’s light. 

After the Cermony (of course )

When it comes to weddings, every detail matters — but according to a recent survey, the wedding cake now ranks even higher than flowers on the list of must-haves for the big day.  

For baker Helen McDonald, that’s no surprise. Known for her creativity and flair, Helen specialises in designing show-stopping cakes that are as imaginative as they are delicious. From elegant classics to bold, artistic centrepieces, her creations are often the sweet highlight of the celebration. 

Seamus Mulconry, General Secretary of the Catholic Primary Schools Management Association, which supports and represents the Boards of Management of over 2,800 Catholic primary schools across the country.  

With the upcoming Convention on Education set to shape the future of primary and post-primary schools in Ireland, Seamus joins us to share why this national conversation is so important from a Catholic school perspective. 

Well, we are now well into the Lenten season — a time that naturally invites us to slow down a little, to reflect, and perhaps to take a deeper look at our spiritual lives. For many people, Lent can be a real opportunity to renew faith or even to rediscover it. 

Starting next week, there’s a course that might be just what you’re looking for. It’s called “Come and See”, and it’s designed to help people explore their faith in a welcoming and thoughtful way. 

I’m delighted to say that joining us now to tell us more about it...

As we move through Lent, many people are thinking about what they might give up — and for some, it could be the perfect opportunity to take a life-changing step by giving up smoking. 

Smoking remains one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke in Ireland, but the good news is that it’s never too late to quit — and the health benefits begin almost immediately. 

Joining us now to talk about the benefits of quitting, the long-term effects of smoking, and how families and even churches can support young people in making healthy choic...

Amanda Prather from Tearfund Ireland.

This Lenten devotional series follows the story of Zara, a teenage girl attending a Christian-run informal education centre in Lebanon. Through her journey, participants explore themes such as anger, forgiveness, love, and thankfulness — lessons Zara learns through chapel services and daily life at the centre.

Zara loves learning and dreams of becoming a fashion designer, but poverty and family pressures threaten her education. Already working after school to help support her family, she struggles with exhaustion and fears being forced to leave school — or even being married off young.

At...