Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

Mary McAleese & Mary Kennedy - Dundara Television and Media

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A former President of Ireland, a broadcasting icon and an array of guests with an incredible story to tell.

What more would you want?!!

Changing Times – The Allenwood Conversations is a compelling and humorous podcast hosted by Mary McAleese and Mary Kennedy, two of Ireland’s most iconic voices. Each week, they sit down with a well-known Irish guest to explore the universal theme of change—something we all experience in life. With insight, warmth, and plenty of laughs, they uncover how their guests navigate transitions, challenges, and new beginnings, offering wisdom, resilience, and often, unexpected humor.

From Irish history and culture to personal journeys of reinvention, Changing Timesconnects the past with the present in a way that resonates with Irish people at home and abroad. Whether you’re part of the Irish diaspora in America, the UK, or Canada, or simply passionate about Irish storytelling, politics, and cultural heritage, this podcast offers thought-provoking and entertaining discussions on Irish-American identity, the Irish in Britain, and the evolving Irish experience.

As featured on The Late Late Show and Apple Podcasts Ireland, Changing Times is a must-listen for anyone interested in Ireland’s global influence, Irish traditions, and the personal stories behind life’s biggest changes.

🎙️ New episodes available every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms. Subscribe now and join the conversation!

Produced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television and Media.

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What is Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations about?

In this exciting new venture, two titans of their respective domains join forces to launch a captivating new podcast. Former President of Ireland Mary McAlesse & broadcasting icon Mary Kennedy sit down to conversations with people who have a story to tell. With thought-provoking interviews, engaging stories, humour and insightful discussions, this podcast delves into the myriad ways change influences our lives and the world around us. Whether it's personal change, societal shifts or technological advancements, the podcast explores the impact of change on individuals and the world at large. The presenters long friendship comes to the fore with a lighthearted approach combined with a natural curiosity. Mary McAleese: I am relishing the opportunity to work together in beautiful Allenwood and to encounter a variety of fascinating men and women who have faced into all sorts of changes in their lives and whose willingness to share their experiences is a great gift to us and all our listeners. Mary Kennedy: It’s lovely to co present Changing Times with my friend, Mary McAleese. We are both curious women, who have experienced a lot of life and living. It’s a privilege to join forces now and invite people to tell their personal stories. Launching on Tuesday 12th March 2024. Produced by Enda Grace at Dundara Television and Media.

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Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

06/11/24 • 54 min

Seán Ó Fearghaíl is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who has served as the Ceann Comhairle of Dáil Éireann since March 2016.

Here we have a very open and frank chat with Mary and Mary about a range of subjects including:

The economic crash
Israel and Irelands position
What he would love to change
The homeless crisis
The changing face of politics
Immigration in Ireland
Will he take his Dáil seat after the next election?
His recent cancer battle
His relationship with Micheal Martin
Welcoming Joe Biden to Dáil Éireann

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Bonus - The Late Late Show

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

02/02/25 • 6 min

In this bite-size bonus episode, our legendary hosts Mary McAleese and Mary Kennedy head for the RTE Late Late Show Studios to officially launch season two and chat with Patrick Kielty about how “Changing Times” originated, their Electric Picnic experience, the former president’s addiction to Tunnocks tea cakes,

and where their friendship began.

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Daniel O'Donnell

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

05/14/24 • 48 min

Daniel O'Donnell is a true Irish legend. He has performed at iconic venues around the globe, from The Point (3Arena) in Dublin to London’s Royal Albert Hall, Sydney’s Opera House and New York’s Carnegie Hall. Daniel has had more albums in the British charts than any other recording artist – and Prince Charles presented him with an MBE for his services to music and charity.

In this podcast he speaks about a variety of topics including growing up in Donegal, meeting his wife Majella through her parents, what his mother said to King Charles, his views on the same sex marriage referendum, the 'Strictly' experience and breaking into a building aided by Mary McAleese. It all wraps up with a special surprise ending.

Proudly supported by Kildare County Council.

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Dermot Kennedy

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

03/12/24 • 49 min

A revealing and insightful conversation with music superstar Dermot Kennedy. Dermot delves deep into his life, offering perspectives on various aspects including the music industry, what he would like to be if he wasn't a singer and his candid thoughts on social media.

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Eileen Dunne

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

05/28/24 • 53 min

Eileen Dunne is our presenter Mary Kennedy's best friend!! She has seen and done it all in her broadcasting career.

She presented the main RTE television news programmes Six One News, Nine O'Clock News and

One O'Clock News as well as other news bulletins on both radio and television from 1980 to 2022.

Over her career with RTE, Eileen covered some of the biggest stories of the past four decades, including

multiple General Elections, historic referendum campaigns, the talks leading to the Good Friday

Agreement, and Queen Elizabeth’s visit to Ireland.

Here is Eileen like you've never heard her before. She chats about her life, career, Dancing with the Stars, how she almost retired early because she was cross and her thoughts on the RTE of today,

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Anne Doyle Bitesize Bonus Content

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

04/27/24 • 6 min

In this special bonus podcast segment, Anne Doyle tells of the only time she ever saw her mother afraid. She speaks beautifully about the financial challenges she and her family faced when she was young and tells us about the many occasions she was hung upside down over a well to retrieve water! And in speaking about Annes love of poetry, former president Mary McAleese utters an unparliamentary word. :)

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Phil Coulter Bitesize Bonus Content

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

05/03/24 • 3 min

In this special bonus podcast, Phil Coulter talks about his exciting experiences at the BBC's Top Of The Pops while working with Cliff Richard, Sandy Shaw and The Bay City Rollers. He also talks about his worldwide number ones and the young artist he has now taken under his wing. Phil also speaks about his Dad being a policeman in the RUC.

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Rory's Stories - Bitesize Bonus Content

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

05/24/24 • 5 min

In this special bonus episode, Rory talks about how Rory's Stories all began, his love for the GAA and about his experience captaining the Meath minor football team.

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Stefanie Preissner

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

04/23/24 • 43 min

Stefanie is an award-winning writer for screen and stage, author, director and actor based in Dublin. She was diagnosed with Autism in 2022, at the age of 34. Stefanie speaks openly to the two Mary's about her life, career and her experiences with multiple miscarriage, pregnancy and motherhood.

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Roz Purcell

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations

05/07/24 • 44 min

The wonderful Roz Purcell talks openly and candidly about growing up on a farm in Tipperary, Miss Universe, modelling and how she dealt with the more unpleasant aspects of the business, her struggles with an eating disorder, hiking, baking, writing an award winning book and reveals all about her recent engagement and wedding plans!

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FAQ

How many episodes does Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations have?

Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations currently has 36 episodes available.

What topics does Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations cover?

The podcast is about Culture, Gaa, Society & Culture, Change, President, Society, Celebrity, Music, Television, Podcasts and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations?

The episode title 'Changing Times Trailer' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations?

The average episode length on Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations released?

Episodes of Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations are typically released every 6 days, 22 hours.

When was the first episode of Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations?

The first episode of Changing Times - The Allenwood Conversations was released on Mar 5, 2024.

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Enda Grace

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