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Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast

The Lough Carra Catchment Association (LCCA) was established in early 2018 and its goal is to restore, protect and conserve the ecological integrity of Lough Carra and its lakeshore habitats and to ensure the quality of drinking water from the lough. This podcast series is aimed at promoting the work of LCCA, by engaging in conversations with people who work hard to preserve the lake and its catchment.

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Episode 16 - Dr. Elaine McGoff, Head of Advocacy with...

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Dr. Elaine McGoff is Head of Advocacy with An Taisce, one of Ireland's oldest and largest environmental organisations. She works on a broad range of topics including land use, climate, biodiversity and water quality, with a particular focus on planning, policy and compliance with environmental legislation. She advocates widely for environmental protection and legal compliance throughout planning and licencing applications, and in Government policy.Elaine has a PhD in Freshwater Ecology from

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00:33:27

Episode 15 - Brian Hughes, NPWS Ranger

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2025/11/22

The guest in this episode is Brian Hughes, a National Parks and Wildlife Service Ranger responsible for South East Mayo region, including Lough Carra and its entire catchment area.

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00:52:28

Episode 14 - John Thornton, LCCA Chair

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2025/11/02

This episode’s guest is John Thornton, the new chair of the Lough Carra Catchment Association, taking over from Tom Byrne. John grew up on the shores of Lough Carra, and his love for the lake, its history, and the local community really shines through during the interview.

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00:47:12

Episode 13 - Peter Comer, Teagasc ASSAP Advisor

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2025/10/19

This episode’s guest is Peter Comer, a Teagasc ASSAP Advisor. Peter works with farmers, providing guidance on practices that help to prevent nutrients, sediment, and pesticides from entering local water bodies.

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01:27:34

Episode 12 - Dr. Ken Irvine

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2025/10/05

The guest of this episode is Dr. Ken Irvine, Emeritus Professor of Aquatic Ecosystems at the Institute for Water Education in Netherlands, and one of the world's leading experts on lake ecosystems. He has worked on a a range of lakes and catchments across Europe and Africa, including Lough Carra

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00:49:59

Episode 11 - Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/12/22

In this episode, my guests represent the Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark, which includes Lough Carra. Joining me are Micheal Hegarty, the Geopark Manager, and Dr. Benjamin Thébaudeau, the Geopark Geologist. Guest message to the listeners: "The JCWL Geopark team would like to highlight the fact that there was a fourth member of staff during the RRDF project years of 2020-2021 with Amrine Dubois-Gafar who was the project geologist based in Dublin and helped the development of many geological

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00:39:53

Episode 10 - Cllr Al McDonnell

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/12/08

In this episode, the guest is Al McDonnell, a long-servingcouncillor with Mayo County Council, a businessman, a farmer, and a native of Lough Carra. He is also a dedicated supporter of the Lough Carra Catchment Association.

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00:56:03

Episode 9 - Dr. Fiona White: The History of Moore Hall

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/11/17

The guest of this episode is Dr. Fiona White – lecturer at Atlantic Technological University and historian specializing in the history Moore Hall and Moore family. Moore Hall: Moore Hall, the house and estate of George Henry Moore and family, is situated to the south of the village Carnacon in the barony of Carra, County Mayo, Ireland in a karst limestone landscape. Named for the Irish landed gentry family who built the estate between 1792 and 1795, Moore Hall lies on Muckloon Hill overlooking

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00:31:25

Episode 8 - Ann Marie Meaney, Lough Carra LIFE...

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/11/03

In this episode, my guest is Ann Marie Meaney – Surface Water Officer of The Lough Carra Life Projects, tasked with monitoring the current quality of the water in Lough Carra and the catchment. ANN MARIE MEANEY BIO: Ann Marie is a native of County Tipperary, living in Westport, and is an experienced Environmental Scientist, with a strong background in regulatory, enforcement and compliance. She graduated from the University Collage Cork in 2006, with a BSc (Honours) Degree in Environmental

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00:30:29

Episode 7: Samira Blaauw, Otter Research at Lough Carra

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/10/20

The guest of this episode is Samirah Blaauw, a PHD candidate at SETU, studying genetic diversity of Otter, and at Lough Carra, as part of the Lough Carra LIFE project. RESEARCH INFORMATION: Native Otter vs Invasive Mink: The Lough Carra LIFE Programme aims to preserve and restore biodiversity at the Lough Carra Catchment. This includes monitoring native European otter as well as the invasive (introduced) mink. Ssmple Collection: A lot of information can be gained from different sample types

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00:35:31

Episode 6 - Deirdre Walsh

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/10/06

In this episode, our guest is Deirdre Walsh, a renowned painter whose unique style beautifully captures the essence of the lake. Deirdre Walsh lives and paints in Mayo where she is continually inspired by an elusive light. After graduating from University in Galway she spent six years in New York where she studied painting at Parsons School of Design and The Art Students League. During that time she had an opportunity to set up an Art Department in a large inner city High School. She returned to

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01:06:46

Episode 5 - Dr. Cilian Roden - The Snorkeling Scientist

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/04/07

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Cilian Roden, also known as The Snorkeling Scientist, who studies the biology of Lough Carra. Cilian is an expert on aquatic plants, with decades of experience in monitoring and securing Irish aquatic ecosystems. He is the author of "The Naturalist View" and multiple scientific publications on the subject of aquatic biology. This is also the last episode of Season 1 of the LCCA Podcast. However, we are working in the background on Season 2

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00:40:19

Episode 4 - Padraig Kelly - Lough Carra LIFE...

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/03/18

In this episode, Padraig Kelly, the Lough Carra LIFE Groundwater Officer, discusses his role within the LIFE project and provides some preliminary results from the groundwater study of the catchment. Padraig is from Ballintubber, Co Mayo, within the Lough Carra catchment area. Therefore, apart from being an expert in his field, he grew up close to the lake.

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00:42:41

Episode 3 - Kieran Flynn

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/02/27

In this episode, Kieran Flynn, the Lough Carra LIFE Project Manager, discusses his role, the day-to-day operations of the LIFE Project, achievements, goals, and plans for the future. The LCCA were instrumental in the establishment of the Lough Carra LIFE Project. They remain a key partner in the project, and will be central to Project’s AfterLIFE plan. Hosted by: Jarek Majkusiak

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00:43:23

Episode 2 -Tom Byrne & Chris Huxley

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/02/01

In this episode, Tom Byrne and Chris Huxley, both founding members and directors of LCCA, discuss the history of the association, its current projects, and future ambitions. Tom and Chris provide an honest assessment of the current state of Lough Carra, along with potential solutions for the lake's future. Hosted by: Jarek Majkusiak

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00:33:39

Episode 1 - Chris Huxley

Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast ·

2024/01/14

Chris Huxley is a founding member and director of Lough Carra Catchment Association (LCCA). In this episode, Chris talks about the importance of the lake on an international and national scale, and the current state of the ecology of Lough Carra and its catchment area.Hosted by: Jarek Majkusiak

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