Seán Radley for Radio Hall of Fame

Seán Radley has been inducted into the Irish Broadcasting Hall of Fame. The popular Millstreet man was nominated in the Alternative Section, which provides recognition for those away from the general mainstream shows but whose originality marks them out as worthy of much wider recognition. His programme, Radio Treasures, on Cork Music Station internet radio, has garnered a niche market and is regarded as a true gem. He has also carved out a special niche with his presentations on the Cork-Kerry regional service, LTV2.

Gerry Guthrie weekend in Kilkenny

The Gerry Guthrie and Friends Weekend will be staged in the Springhill Court in Kilkenny from 5 to 7 February. Last year’s venture was a resounding success for the Mayo man and he is delighted to return.

Followers of Gerry will be flocking to the hotel for a feast of country dancing, with Gerry and his band on stage on both nights. They will be joined by Robert Mizzell and The Country Kings on the Friday show and Mick Flavin and his band on the Saturday. The weekend concludes with a Sunday afternoon dance to Gerry and the band with guest artist Sandy Kelly.

Album of the Week on RTÉ

Lovin’ What I Do, the current album from Kathy Crinnion, was chosen as Album of the Week on RTÉ Radio One. She was also among the recipients at the 2015 Country Sound Awards in Athlone.

MidWest Show

Midwest Radio will host their annual country concert in the Royal Theatre in Castlebar on 1 February. The lineup features Nathan Carter, Michael English, Mike Denver, Jimmy Buckley and many more The show starts at 8pm.

Anna May McHugh On Irish TV

The farming community will be intrigued by a lovely half-hour show on Irish TV Sky 191 (Freesat 400) next Sunday night, 31 January. Anna May McHugh, director of the National Ploughing Championships, is my guest this week on The Half Door series, which airs at 8.30pm. The relaxed and revealing interview takes place in the family kitchen of her home in Ballylynan in Co Laois. This is a must-see show for members of the farming fraternity. Put it in the diary. Kilkenny hurling legend, Eddie Keher, is the guest in the final of the six-part series on Sunday night, 7 February.