MenStuff

Trinity Law Society debate

2008-02-21T20:00:00.007Z

Interestingly, it emerged that the organisers could not get anyone to argue for the motion that the law as is presently, adequatley addresses the rights of unmarried fathers.

Getting ready to go on air

2007-01-24T23:01:00.004Z

The theme of Menstuff is to highlight positive images of many of the magic things men do, their vibrant contribution to the community, their care and concern for those they love, their interests, hobbies, work, sports etc. The programmes talk to men about their own health experiences.
"Things for Dad's to do with kids" is a slot to talk about ordinary, but important activities that Dad's can do easily.
Menstuff looks at nutrition issues for men and for dad's to feed their kids.
"Gadgets for guys" is a new section with Niall Mac Carthaigh looking at new gadgets coming onstream which may interest men.
"Men in the Media" is a slot being developed by Alan Beirne scoping out current meida coverage of issues that affect men.
Luke Martin Men's Health and Welfare officer with Parental Equality provides a contact for dad's to seek information and support.
The team have completed the first series on ten programmes in the first half of 2006 and we have produced a CD of the first series (10 hours) in MP3 format. You can have a CD sent to you by forwrding your address to info@liamog.com. We ask you to contribute towards the cost of production to keep expanding the process.
We are presently half way through the second series.
The programme is scheduled to go out live on http://www.dundalkfm.com/ every second Thursday from 7-8 pm.

Show #4: 30-03-2006

2006-10-09T19:58:00.000+01:00

"Lunch boxes and fussy eaters" is the topic of this week's conversation with regular contributor, Chef Darren Darren McCooey.

Alan Beirne talks about Operation Seahorse, an organisation set up to support young fathers, some of whom are dealing with unplanned pregnancies. Alan also talks about a current court case in Dublin where a separated father is compelled to attend a court case regarding a son who does not live with him.

Sam Carroll, author of Things for Dads to Do with Kids, talks about fun of writing a play - or even a movie screenplay - with younger, primary-school age kids.

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Show #3: 16-03-2006

2006-10-09T19:56:00.000+01:00

Tonight’s programme looks at diabetes - the biggest growing epidemic in Ireland - features one man’s story about managing the condition.

Luke Martin, Welfare Officer of Parental Equality, talks about the Kid’s ‘n’ Dads Float in the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dundalk.

Chef Darren’s McCooey discusses that increasingly common character of modern-day, over-rushed Ireland: “Breakfast Roll Man”. Darren recommends a little less Red Bull and a little more fresh fruit for real instead of false energy.

Sam Carroll takes a look at men in their roles as carers for older family members.

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Show #2: 09-03-2006

2006-10-09T19:54:00.000+01:00

Chef Darren McCooey gives the lowdown on the Food Pyramid, and about what's good for you and what isn't.

Sam Carroll, author of Things for Dads to Do with Kids, talks about the pleasures and educational benefits of bird-spotting with your kids.

Hemochromatosis is an illness that can particularly affect Celtic men in their forties. Regular contributor Alan O'Bierne talks about its causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Luke Martin, Men’s Health and Welfare Officer of Parental Equality, reports on a conversation with a separated Dad - stressed out; living in rented, unheated accommodation; financially strapped; and struggling to gain access to his kids. Luke spells out how MABS - the Money Advice & Budgeting Service - can offer some help in surviving on a financial budget.

And finally: a discussion with Norman Newell about the legacy of Parental Equality.

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Show #1: 16-02-2006

2006-10-09T18:59:00.000+01:00

This evening marks the launch of a series of radio programmes entitled MENSTUFF. This program is also streamed online at http://www.dundalkfm.com/

MENSTUFF is magazine programme promoting positive and challenging images and portrayals of men and issues that interest and affect them and those they care for.

I’m fortunate to have as a core crew member Luke Martin, Men’s Health and Welfare Officer of Parental Equality, who will come in on each show to discuss different issues for men.

Also I have Chef Darren McCooey who will share a rage of tips and ideas around nutrition, cooking and food suggestions for dads and their kids.

Having published the very successful handbook, Things for Dads to do with Kids, with a first print run of 8,000 copies and now a collector’s item, I will be joined by Sam Carroll, the author of the book, who will take us through different activities on each program and relate some of the feedback he has had to the book.

As the program develops we hope to have lots of others topics and anchor team members.

If you have ideas, suggestions, topics, etc. Please listen to the show and email me your feedback

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