Out the Gap

The 'Out the Gap' Podcast is a lively show recorded on the go in rural Ireland meeting it's unique people and talking to them in their own environment.

It's Only Rock 'n' Roll 01/25/2024

It's Only Rock 'n' Roll Family farm life in Wales-on our first episode of 2024 we meet Will and Sarah Evans whilst they are over on holiday in county Cork. Many listeners will remember Will's very popular, 'Rock 'n' Roll Farming' podcast. We had great fun recording this one and it was great to meet this lovely couple! Hear about their family and life in general on their mixed enterprise farm. We chat about everything, from selling vegetables direct and how it was tricky to make a margin, their use of homegrown feedstuffs on their farm and we even touch on the future of tenancies in the UK and what plans they have themselves for the future. Will and Sarah also give a great and very honest insight into Will's difficulties in recent years involving his mental health, how everything came to a head and how he now copes by managing his stress better and has come out the other side. To get in touch email; [email protected] Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast page Insta; @outthegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/29651988

Market Research 12/29/2023

Market Research A Winter's morning in Cahir farmer's market. Join us on a cool Winter's morning as we talk to stallholders and shoppers at the long established farmer's market in Cahir near the Tipperary/Cork border, a market which recently celebrated it's twenty year anniversay. We really enjoyed meeting and recording with some great characters on the day on what is our final podcast episode of 2023. To get in touch with OUT THE GAP email Connect with us on social media: Instagram; @outthegappodcast FB; OUT THE GAP PODCAST page Twitter; @OutheGapPodca1 /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/29274208

Clancy's Cans 11/28/2023

Clancy's Cans Barley, Beer and family farming in the midlands. Join David Walsh-Kemmis and myself in Ballykilcavan on the family's beautiful farm in County Laois as we explore their journey so far in the brewing business. Hear about their fantastic restoration project involving the traditional farm buildings, setting up an on-farm brewery and how they've now incorporated a visitor centre on site too. This is a place with a rich history, biodiversity and is a beautiful farm interspersed with native woodlands which are managed as 'continuous cover'. I really enjoyed the visit to Ballykilcavan. I hope you, the listener does too! Email; FB; Out the Gap Podcast page Twitter; @Outthe GapPodca1 Insta; @outhegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/28833663

A Stable Relationship 11/01/2023

A Stable Relationship Meet the team at 'Lackendarra Stables'. On a lovely October morning join Noel as he meets the team working and farming at Lackendarra Stables' outside Mallow in rural county Cork. Eddie Linehan along with brother and sister team, Dan and Jane O'Meara specialise in buying year old Thoroughbred horses every Autumn which they then 'break' and prepare for resale in the following year at special 'breeze up' sales. They also have a small number of breeding mares on site. This former dairy farm is also home to a drystock beef enterprise alongside some contract rearing. Join us for a morning spent out in the yard with the gang as they went about their busy day. Email; Insta; @outthegapodcast FB; Out the Gap podcast page Twitter; @OutheGapPodca1 /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/28478291

A Vintage Legend 09/27/2023

A Vintage Legend Brucellosis and TB herd culls, 80's interest rates, travel, family life and a men's shed on wheel's. Meet Co. Laois based, Matt Doyle as we delve into his varied life. Hear about his childhood in rural Laois and of losing a farm livestock business not once but twice aswell as having to deal with crippling 80's interest rates. We hear about the highly successsful group of local, 'mens shed on wheels', how vintage bicycles have brought a group of retirees together and of how the Ukrainian refugees have integrated within the local community. Email; Instagram; @outthegappodcast FB Page; Out the Gap podcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/28158488

Ravings of a Mad Irishman 08/22/2023

Ravings of a Mad Irishman Canoeing, wool spinning, turf wars, farming, politics and more! Meet wool spinner, Séamus Kirwan on a Summer's evening and join myself and Séamus as we chat about his life and his passion for his craft. In a beautiful part of Galway on the west coast of Ireland I hear all about this intricate art of working with wool and find out about the hours of work that go into each piece. I was also lucky enough to be let have a go on a spinning wheel under the guidance of the man himself, whilst we were recording. As the listeners will hear, Séamus is a very engaging individual and shares many stories and lessons from his life so far. Email; Insta; @outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast page /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/27823662

A Millionaire in Other Ways 07/06/2023

A Millionaire in Other Ways Farming in the shadow of the 'Devil's Bit'. Join Tipperary beef farmer, Catherine Guest as we walk and chat on her beautiful farm in north Tipperary. Catherine has a very evident deep love for the land, her area and the animals in her care. We hear about the generations before her who worked this farm and how in her everyday work she feels many of the features on her property such as the hedgerows provide a ''link to the past''. We discuss the many challenges facing the agricultural industry in general and what the future might have in store on Catherine's own farm. Email; Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast Insta; @outthegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/27392085

The Long Draw 06/12/2023

The Long Draw The Long Draw-life as an agricultural contractor. On a lovely Summer's day Noel catches up with John Drennan of 'Drennan Agri' as himself and his crew are harvesting grass in the midlands of Ireland. It is obvious from our chat that despite many challenges John loves what he does. John has been immersed in contracting for decades, providing a variety of services to farmers in his region. We hear how he started out as well as how things have changed and also of the many challenges facing agri contractors currently. We also chat to Karol Duignan, president of the FTMTA(Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association) who joins us in the field for a quick chat. Email; [email protected] Facebook; Out the Gap podcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; @outthegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/27126951

Selling the Land 04/25/2023

Selling the Land What does it mean to sell the family farm? Hear Denis Cahalan's story of his upbringing on a mixed farm and of life in a school system where violence was commonplace. Find out about his inspiring story of going back to education in his mid fifties and of his decision to change his life and sell the family farm, all the while whilst living with Sarcoidosis disease. It was a pleasure to spend time with Denis and to hear his personal tale. GET IN TOUCH! Email; Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast page Insta; @outthegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/26646357

Life in the Furrows 03/19/2023

Life in the Furrows Life in the Furrows-a day spent turning the sod. On a hardy Winter's day join us for a day meeting competitors from around the country as they compete in a ploughing competition on the Tipperary/Offaly border. We meet male and female competitors aswell as some of the vountary organisers that run the whole thing and find out a bit more about this hobby which for some is bordering on being an obsession. As I found out over the course of the day, competition ploughing is an art in itself and requires great skill and precision. From vintage machinery enthusiasts to horse drawn participants, we chat to an array of people and find out just what they love about these competitions and what drives them to keep competing every year. Email: Facebook page: OUT THE GAP PODCAST Insta: @outthegappodcast Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/26272287

The Hills have Eyes 02/05/2023

The Hills have Eyes A dog's life in the uplands. On a beautiful Winter's day in the Glenasmole valley we meet Donie Anderson and his trusted team of Border Collies. Hear about how life in the Dublin hills. Meet the hardy sheep and the even hardier people who have shaped this landscape. We find out from Donie how farmers in this region are working together to re-populate some areas of Broadleaf trees and implementing other measures as part of modern environmental schemes. We also get a great insight into the real stars of the show, his team of dogs and of their importance to managing sheep in this vast terrain. Email; FB; Out the Gap Insta; @outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/25832838

The Big Scoop-from Cow to Cone 12/07/2022

The Big Scoop-from Cow to Cone From Cow to Cone! The story of Muckross Creamery. On a Winter's day in county Kerry in the southwest of Ireland, hear all about the Fleming family and their wonderful ice cream. We visit the cows themselves and chat amongst them and we check out the milking facilities aswell as the creamery where the end product is produced. Hear all about the beautiful area in which the farm is situated, nestled right at the edge of Killarney National Park. We find out about the family history and why John's own immediate family 'took the plunge' and decided to start producing and marketing this beautiful product. We also discover the strong family connection with the traditional sport of rowing and hear about how Santa himself ended up in the old family cottage for an extended period last December! Email; Facebook; Out the Gap podcast Insta; @outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/25249947

Best in Show 09/11/2022

Best in Show It's a family affair! What makes the rural agricultural shows such an institution? Why it's the people of course! Join Noel on a day spent at Dualla showgrounds for the annual Dualla Show. We meet many of the people who make these events so special, from children showing livestock, to their parents aswell as the judges and volunteers that ensure that these types of rural shows will continue into the future. We speak to many of the participants to get a flavour of the day's action. Feel free to download or subscribe. Email; [email protected] Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; @outthegappodcast FB: Out The Gap podcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/24341994

From Ballyduff to the Nile 07/30/2022

From Ballyduff to the Nile Born to a farm in the midlands of Ireland in 1936, Séamus Dooley had to grow up fast. His father passed away when he was only twelve, leaving his mother and a young family behind. Hear about his mother and what a strong and determined woman she was. We get a glimpse into the varied life so far which Séamus has had, from farming and contract shearing and then graduating to purchasing and exporting wool. He also chats about the rural characters he has met and worked with as well as the world travels he got to partake in during his later years. We also find out why he is as he says himself, "a family man at heart". Email; FB; Out the Gap Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outhegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/23907504

The Wind that Shakes the Barley 06/06/2022

The Wind that Shakes the Barley According to this farmer tillage farming is a bit like playing Roulette! On a beautiful Summer's day join myself and farmer, Patrick Kehoe on his lovely mixed farm in county Wexford in the southeast of the country. Hear about the science involved in growing crops such as Barley and Beans. We delve into his use of Winter cover crops and also chat Romney sheep, Aubrac cattle, family farming and why Patrick always wanted to eventually come home to farm in this corner of Ireland. Email; Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap Insta; outthegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/23338115

Earning your Crust 05/03/2022

Earning your Crust Just what exactly is a 'Waterford Blaa'? ''Small is beautiful'' according to Esther Barron. Join Esther and her husband, Joe as I chat to them in 'Barron's Bakery' in Cappoquin on the Blackwater river in county Waterford. Hear of the rich history within their family business and how it has survived and thrived here since the 1800's. Joe and Esther are a fantastic couple, full of passion for what they do and it was a pleasure to spend a morning with them. FB; Out the Gap podcast Insta; outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/22995365

Welcome to the Jungle 04/09/2022

Welcome to the Jungle Life at the ringside! Join us in 'Mid Tipp' mart in Thurles as we hear about the importance of the local livestock market to the surrounding area. Hear about the revolutionary changes since Covid and how online sales have exploded. On show and sale day meet members of the Irish Limousin Cattle society as they prepare their bulls for sale in the mart. Hear from cattle fitter, John Lynch, manager Martin Ryan, auctioneer, George Chandler and more. Email: Twitter @OuttheGapPodca1 FB: Out the Gap Insta: @outthegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/22732706

Hedging your Bets 01/30/2022

Hedging your Bets The art of Hedgelaying. Join us on a farm in Derrynagarra, County Westmeath as we spend a morning with members of the Hedgelaying Association of Ireland, Eoin Donnelly and Eamonn McLoughlin as they provide training and an introduction to this traditional craft to a small group of people from around the country. Hear about the importance of properly managed hedgerows and why we must do our best to look after them correctly. Email; [email protected] Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegapodcast FB; Out the Gap /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/21954059

Tails from the Burren 12/30/2021

Tails from the Burren Welcome to the Burren, a unique Limestone habitat in the west of Ireland. Meet farmer, Aoife Forde as we chat amongst the cows on the 'Winterage'. Hear how the farmers in this region are using traditional Winter grazing regimes in order to maintain this beautiful area. Find out what makes this area so breathtaking and just what exactly the 'Burren bloom' is. Aoife is bursting with enthusiasm for this beautiful place and it was a pleasure to walk and chat with her. Facebook; Out the Gap podcast Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegappodcast [email protected] /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/21633266

Eurovision Fever and Honest Beef 11/20/2021

Eurovision Fever and Honest Beef Wagyu Beef, Waterfalls and wind turbines aswell as the Eurovision song contest. It's all here in the latest episode. Join myself and Conor Sheahan on his beautiful family farm in north Cork as we chat about everything from carbon credits to Hazel trees and take a winding tour through a beautiful local valley and hear about plans for the future and about the deserted homesteads and people who lived here in the past. Hear about Conor's plan to market his Wagyu beef directly to the consumer too. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/21229463

Pull My Pork 10/23/2021

Pull My Pork Join Noel Clancy on the Twomey family pig and dairy farm in county Cork right on the edge of Cork city. Hear from 'Magic Mike' and his band of ladies! Join myself, Peter family as we take a stroll throughout the farm and hear about Peter's love and enthusiasm for the free range Pig enterprise. Find out all about the latest market for their pork. We also have plenty of fun along the way too. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/20912960

Tunnel Vision - from Krakow to Kilsheelan 09/26/2021

Tunnel Vision - from Krakow to Kilsheelan ''We can survive without a new i-phone but not without food''. Meet growers, Konrad and Monika on their fantastic enterprise overlooking the river Suir. Hear about their journey so far, how they've grown their routes to market for their fresh produce and how they made the transition from Krakow in Poland all the way to the small village of Kilsheelan. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/20601077

Digging for Worms 08/24/2021

Digging for Worms Meet farm manager, Kevin O'Hanlon on the farm he manages in county Wexford. Hear all about a farm in organic conversion, the use of multi-species swards, solar and wind energy and much more. I chat to the milk producing ladies out in the fields and find out about all the plans for the future in this exciting project. Kevin is a great character full of enthusiasm and it was a pleasure to spend a morning with him on the Pollard's farm. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/20207072

A Way of Life: Reflections at Ninety. 07/29/2021

A Way of Life: Reflections at Ninety. "The good old days are today" according to Tommy Walton. Join us as I chat with him on their family farm which straddles the Tipperary/Kilkenny county boundary, as he approaches his 90th birthday. Hear about family and of a life spent on the land. Tommy is passionate about the industry in which he has spent his lifetime. He also has a great love for the sport of hurling and he has many fond stories to tell of his younger years on the field of play. Email: Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegappodcast FB: Noel Clancy Out the Gap /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/19920635

Spinning the Yarn 07/08/2021

Spinning the Yarn Join me in Athenry as I spend a morning with members of the newly formed, 'Galway Wool Co-op'. Hear how enthusiasts of this multi purpose 'Galway' rare breed sheep have a new route to market for their fleece. Find out about crafts such as hand spinning and blade shearing as well as about this long established breed. Meet Chris from 'Donegal Yarn' and Esther who is a mixed farmer from Donegal. We also hear about how the Co-op was founded and how they came together as a group during Covid lockdown. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/19744229

Hemp Ham and Holycross 06/21/2021

Hemp Ham and Holycross Market day in Holycross. Join me as I meet and chat to a host of wonderful characters in the beautiful village market. Hear all about Larry the Poet and meet Joe the Butcher. Find out how to make the best Strawberry jam and learn all about Hemp. Meet Michael and hear about his forty years spent growing and selling vegetables direct to customers. Meet some of the artists, bakers and more, all recorded in beautiful sunshine. Facebook; Out the Gap Noel Clancy Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Instagram; outthegappodcast /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/19553687

High Kings and Sliced Pans 06/04/2021

High Kings and Sliced Pans Meet Philip and Elizabeth Quinn on their farm in south Tipperary. Hear how they recently acquired two gorgeous Highland cattle from Queen Elizabeth's herd in Balmoral. Find out about their 'Stonemad Studios' business as Philip demonstrates some stone and wood carving for me. The Quinns are great people with enthusiasm for what they do. Hear about their workshops in the prison service, hand tools, local stone, their love for trees and find out which sliced pans their cattle prefer! /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/19359728

Spratt Archer and the Knockshigowna Blonde 04/29/2021

Spratt Archer and the Knockshigowna Blonde What makes for a happy farmer? Sometimes it is important to go against the grain. Join me on a beautiful morning on the Deasy farm in north Tipperary with Maurice as we chat all things brewing. Hear all about Canvas Brewery and it's 'single source beer', generating their own energy on site, woodland management, Beekeeping and much more. Find out about heritage grain, barrel ageing, dealing malsters and how this farm is changing with the times to meet the many challenges ahead. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/18908015

The Loughmore Espresso 12/02/2020

The Loughmore Espresso Meet Mary Fogarty in Loughmore village. Hear about, 'The Cottage' project and how this community owned co-op has brought spark and vitality back to their rural village. In a place where small business had literally died off we hear how this small network turned things around. We chat coffee, Covid, rural isolation, local food and it's producers as well as about the famed, 'Tipperary breakfast'. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/17039171

The Fair days and the milking stools 11/07/2020

The Fair days and the milking stools Local marriages, horses, large cattle and pig Fairs, the harvest, hand milking and the Irish Civil War and War of Independence connection. It's all here in episode 9. Hear about 'Woodbines', rural electrification and ration books, why good neighbours were so indispensable and why the humble cow is as important now as she was then. Recorded in a cow byre in Tipperary with Tom Clancy. If you enjoy please subscribe and share. /episode/index/show/outthegap/id/16718459

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