Latest episodes and posts
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Episode 10: Waterford Greenway and wellbeing with Bernadette Phillips
In this episode, I visited sunny Waterford to meet Bernadette Phillips, sociologist, motivational speaker, radio broadcaster and the founder of New Insights For Change, to talk about Waterford Greenway. As it turned out, the greenway was only a background to a great conversation about the profound importance of the outdoors and connecting with nature.
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Running for weight loss
The title of this article is a little misleading, as I don’t think that running is a good choice of exercise for weight loss. In my opinion, it is one of the worst ways to go about it. It’s important to note, I’m referring here to the type of running known as jogging and not to sprints, which are an entirely different type of physical activity. It is common knowledge that to achieve positive results in any attempt at body…
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Episode 9: Swarovski Open Day with Paul Innes and Mike Duggan
This episode of the podcast was recorded during the Swarovski Open Day that took place on the 14th of April 2018 in the Kingdom “An Riocht” Rifle & Pistol Club. My guests are Paul Innes from Swarovski Optik and Mike Duggan from Mike Duggan Firearms. During the event we had an opportunity to try out a wide variety of Swarovski optics: binoculars, spotting scopes, rifle scopes and even objective lenses for photo cameras.
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Pike on jerkbaits
As spring approaches and nature wakes up from its winter sleep, spending time outdoors becomes more tempting. Springtime presents sportsmen with an opportunity to try one of the best, most spectacular and satisfying ways of angling available: fishing for pike with jerkbaits. And by pike I refer to the fish our American friends call Northern pike, as well as to Musky. Before I start let’s deal with the controversial part of our discussion. There are many different types of lures…
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Episode 8: Housekeeping
In this episode I’m talking about some news related to the podcast. Launch of the new website https://tommysoutdoors.com and more. Also answering some frequently asked questions. Sea trout fishing marks and regulations. Bicycle helmets. Cyclists and runners safety in early morning and evening hours. Listen, share and subscribe!
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Episode 7: Hiking Kerry with Susan Baughman
In this episode of the podcast my guest is Susan Baughman, walking and photography guide, author, speaker and blogger. We are discussing beauty of County Kerry and some activities one can enjoy while staying in the area. After listening to the podcast, go and visit Susan’s blog at http://www.todayinireland.com
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Episode 6: Brown bear
Short story of our trip to Polish mountains to meet the brown bear. Corresponding podcast:
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Episode 5: Pike Fishing on Lough Allua
In this episode I am taking our listeners pike fishing on the lake Lough Allua in the village Tir Na Spideoga. Short fishing report.
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Episode 4: Cycling Kerry with Donnacha Clifford
This time our guest is Donnacha Clifford aka Kerry Cyclist. We are discussing road cycling and his new book “Cycling Kerry, Great Road Routes” which he co-authored with David Elton. Listen to the podcast, buy his book and visit www. kerrycycling.com
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Episode 3: Running with Mike Kissane
In this episode my guest is Mike Kissane who is accomplished and passionate runner. We are talking about Mike’s journey as a runner. Mike will also share lots of advice and insights about running for beginner and intermediate runners (@53:18)