Port of Waterford 1111
Port of Waterford 1111
Podcast Description
As Waterford and the Port of Waterford celebrate 1,111 years this year, and to mark the occasion, Ireland’s oldest Port has launched a brand new podcast series ‘Port of Waterford 1111’ which explores the Port’s rich and varied maritime heritage. The new podcast series is hosted by a well-known voice in the maritime space, Tom McSweeney, host of RTE’s Seascapes radio programme.In the podcast, we’ll journey through time to explore the rich and fascinating history of the Port and the city of Waterford — two stories deeply intertwined since the Vikings first dropped anchor in Waterford over a millennium ago.We’ll also take you behind the scenes to meet the people who keep the modern port running — the dedicated team members who play a vital role in Ireland’s trade and transport network today. Whether you’re a maritime enthusiast, a history lover, or simply curious about what makes this historic port so special, there’s something here for you.To listen to the full podcast, visit PortofWaterford.com and over the next 6 months, there will be plenty more to come in the series, so don’t forget to follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also listen and learn more at www.PortofWaterford.com.
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into various themes including maritime history, local culture, and community engagement. Episodes feature discussions on Waterford's historical significance since the Viking era, the stories of families like the O'Hanlons involved in port operations, and the efforts to preserve maritime heritage through education, illustrated by the Tides and Tales project by Andrew Doherty.
As Waterford and the Port of Waterford celebrate 1,111 years this year, and to mark the occasion, Ireland’s oldest Port has launched a brand new podcast series ‘Port of Waterford 1111’ which explores the Port’s rich and varied maritime heritage. The new podcast series is hosted by a well-known voice in the maritime space, Tom McSweeney, host of RTE’s Seascapes radio programme.
In the podcast, we’ll journey through time to explore the rich and fascinating history of the Port and the city of Waterford — two stories deeply intertwined since the Vikings first dropped anchor in Waterford over a millennium ago.
We’ll also take you behind the scenes to meet the people who keep the modern port running — the dedicated team members who play a vital role in Ireland’s trade and transport network today. Whether you’re a maritime enthusiast, a history lover, or simply curious about what makes this historic port so special, there’s something here for you.
To listen to the full podcast, visit PortofWaterford.com and over the next 6 months, there will be plenty more to come in the series, so don’t forget to follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also listen and learn more at www.PortofWaterford.com.
As the Port of Waterford celebrates an extraordinary 1,111 years of maritime legacy, a new episode of the Port of Waterford 1111 podcast shines a spotlight on the personal stories that bring that history to life. Hosted by veteran maritime broadcaster Tom MacSweeney, the series continues to explore the cultural, economic, and social threads that have made Waterford a cornerstone of Irish port life since the Viking era.In the latest episode, released in the lead-up to National Culture Night 2025, listeners are invited to walk the quayside through the memories of three iconic Waterford figures: Tony Fitzgerald of Fitzgerald’s Menswear, June Darrer of Dooley’s Hotel, and Ann Cusack of the Granville Hotel. These conversations offer a rich tapestry of experiences that span generations, from cattle being driven through the streets and dockside flooding, to family-run hotels, meat factories, and the rise and fall of industrial landmarks.The episode paints a vivid picture of a city in transformation. It touches on everything from smuggling nylons and chasing loose cattle to rebuilding after floods and reimagining the riverfront. Each guest shares deeply personal reflections on how the port shaped Waterford’s economy, character, and community spirit. Whether it’s stories of dockers splicing rope, emigrants arriving on the Great Western, or spontaneous acts of civic beautification on a derelict quay, the episode is a love letter to the enduring vitality of the river and the people who made it central to their lives.As Waterford continues to evolve into a modern destination city, the podcast reminds listeners of the resilience and adaptability that have always defined it. With the addition of new infrastructure like bridges and green spaces, the river remains not only a historic artery but a living part of the city’s future.Port of Waterford 1111 is available on all major podcast platforms and via the Port’s website at www.portofwaterford.com/port-1111. Visitors to the city can also scan the QR code at the Harbour Master’s Office along the quay to listen while walking the waterfront.
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