Episode 2: Page Turners & First Year Favorites with Host Izzy

Welcome to a brand-new episode of the St. David’s Holy Faith Greystones Podcast! This week, First Year student Izzy takes over host duties to lead a fun, round-table discussion on all things books with a group of her fellow First Years.

Starting secondary school brings a lot of big changes—new routines, new subjects, and plenty of new books to explore! In this episode, the First Year crew sits down to chat about:

• Top Recommendations: From thrilling fantasy series and page-turning mysteries to laugh-out-loud graphic novels.

• Reading in First Year: How making time for reading helps ease the transition into secondary school.

• Desert Island Reads: The absolute must-read books they would take with them if stranded on a deserted island.

Whether you're looking for your next great read, looking for book recommendations for your own shelf, or tuning in to support our First Year podcasters, this episode is packed with great suggestions.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows!

Episode 1: Coffee, Community & Cause with Gav from Rise at the Cove

Season 2 of the St. David’s Holy Faith Greystones Podcast is officially here! In our premiere episode, host Fionn from Transition Year heads down to the seafront to sit down with Gavan Murphy from Rise at the Cove.

In this episode, Gav shares the story behind one of Greystones’ favorite local spots and breaks down what it truly means to be a social enterprise. We talk about:

• The Secret to Great Coffee: What goes into making the perfect brew for the early-morning crowd and sea swimmers.

• Coffee with a Cause: How Rise works alongside Tiglin to provide training, upskilling, and a fresh start for people rebuilding their lives.

• Community Spirit: The incredible support from the Greystones community and how local businesses can drive real social change.

• Advice for Students: Simple ways St. David's students can get involved in local charity work and lessons on resilience in work and enterprise.

Whether you're a coffee enthusiast, passionate about community work, or just tuning in to support St. David's TY, this is an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows!

Season 2 Teaser: We’re Back! | St. David’s Holy Faith Greystones Podcast

We are back in action! Join host Fionn Crean MacOireachtaigh from Transition Year as he kicks off the brand-new season of the official St. David’s Holy Faith Greystones Podcast.

In this quick teaser trailer, Fionn breaks down what’s coming your way this term: exclusive behind-the-scenes access to school events, real student debates, book reviews, and interviews with special guests from across our four school pillars—academics, sports, arts, and ethos.

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