Enthralling talk on pirate radio to take place in Longford town

A talk on the subject of 'Irish Pirate Radio History and Longford' is set to take place in Longford town tomorrow evening, Tuesday, April 21.     

Presented by esteemed radio historian Eddie Bohan, the talk will deliver a special illustrated lecture on the history of radio in Longford.

The event will take place at Teallach Íosa, St Mel’s Road, Longford, on Tuesday, April 21 at 8pm.

With a variety of photographs, recordings, and presentation slides, Eddie will explore the development of radio in Longford from the earliest broadcasts heard in local homes from Radio Eireann to the vibrant and sometimes rebellious era of pirate radio stations that flourished across the town and county.

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With decades of research into Irish broadcasting history, Eddie Bohan brings a wealth of knowledge and engaging storytelling to the subject, offering insights into the people, places and stations that helped shape local radio culture.

Eddie is a lecturer on radio history, an author and founder of the Irish Pirate Radio Archive at Dublin City University.

This illustrated presentation will appeal to anyone with an interest in local history, media, music, or memories of tuning across the dial in years gone by.

Admission to the talk at Teallach Íosa at 8pm on Tuesday, April 21 is free, and all are welcome.