Barry Abbreviated

Ep. 32: Why Right is Right and Left is Evil...

September 09, 2021 12:13 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MB

This week on Barry Abbreviated I am back with a random topic discussing how history wasn't so kind to those who were left handed and how language favours the right. A massive congrats to Shrek for winning the best movie soundtrack world cup I ran over on the Barry Abbreviated instagram. Recommendation of the week is Sweet Tooth and Lego Batman. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge...

Ep. 31: Loki & Black Widow (Review)

July 29, 2021 11:58 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

This week on Barry Abbreviated I have been burdened with the glorious purpose of telling you my thoughts on the latest Marvel TV series LOKI aswell as the long awaited Black Widow. You also get to hear my ever growing list of aches and pains. Aswell as giving you an update on the movie soundtrack world cup. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for...

Ep. 30: Sing Street (Review)

July 01, 2021 10:59 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MB

This week on the Podcast I’m taking about my favourite Irish film Sing Street. If you don’t have access to this film listen to the playlist on Spotify. I also give a light debrief on stolen pistachios in California and my return to Gaelic. Recommendation of the week is Moving Target. It's another Irish film telling of a cat and mouse story of a man and a few cans of Beamish. I hope you enjoy! If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbrevia...

Ep. 29: That Falling Feeling

June 17, 2021 10:59 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MB

In news I bring up why John Cena’s recent Twitter activity has raised a few eyebrows around Donegal and this week’s random topic is about why we get that falling feeling when we sleep. Recommendation of the week is the new award winning TV series The Thick of It. It's a satire look inside a fictional government department with some of the best acting and dialogue ever put to the small screen. I hope you enjoy! If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagr...

Ep. 28: Drop a Gear and Disappear

June 03, 2021 10:59 - 13 minutes - 18 MB

This week on the podcast I talk about how Car meets are messing up life for the locals of Salthill. This week’s random topic consists of the absolute madness Lotus did to a Opel Omega, as well as the series of robberies that followed its release. Recommendation of the week is the film Ford VS Ferrari, it’s an excellent biopic with the guy who was Batman and Matt Damon. (The guy who stole Irish hearts last Summer) If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on inst...

Ep. 27: Building a Sustainable Clothing Brand feat. Revive

May 27, 2021 10:59 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Hi there ! This week I’m joined by Tom of Revive the sustainable clothing brand fighting extension. I caught up with him on the problem that is fast fashion and creating a clothing brand in the middle of a pandemic. This weeks recommendation is the feel good film ‘The Secret Life of Walter Mitty’. As always I hope you enjoy :) Check Revive out on : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revive_garms/ Website: https://revive-garms.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@revive.apparel?lang=en If ...

Ep. 26: The Falcon & the Winter Soldier (Review)

April 29, 2021 11:34 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MB

This week on the podcast I talk about how Paddington 2 is apparently the greatest film of all, while congratulating Normal People for their BAFTA nominations. I also share my thoughts on the newest Marvel tv series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. (Spoiler I liked it a lot) Recommendation of the week is the new animated series Invincible on Amazon Prime. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at barryabbreviated...

Ep. 25: Love & Monsters, Drive to Survive (Review)

April 22, 2021 10:59 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

This week I’m talking about troublesome teens in the park, the two days football passed away. Movie and tv wise I talk about Dylan O’Brien’s trek to find some love and the unforgiving world of F1 If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 24: Zack Snyder's Justice League Movie Review

April 01, 2021 10:59 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MB

This week on the podcast I talk about the long awaited Zack Snyder’s Justice League. I do my best my to abbreviate on the 4 four epic! Also this week’s recommendation is one of my personal favourites, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. I hope ye enjoy! If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Barry Breslin 4 LYIT Communication & Education

March 19, 2021 22:59 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MB

Hey guys ! Little impromptu podcast for everyone to get to know me a bit better and what I’m about. Remember to vote for Barry Breslin for Education & Communication officer on the 22nd and 23rd. Stay safe guys !

Ep. 23: WandaVision review (Feat Shawn Dobbyn)

March 11, 2021 11:59 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

This week on the podcast myself and Shawn jump headfirst into Westview to talk about how we want to do Jimmy Woo card tricks, and Marvel’s first attempt at a sitcom. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 22: Aye Donegal is Class (feat. Hugh Carr)

February 18, 2021 11:59 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

This week on Barry Abbreviated I’m joined by internet funny man, tg4 intern and all round good guy Hugh Carr. With us both beaming with county pride we talk about the things that make us proud of being from Donegal as well as all the tropes that go with being a Donegal native. Follow Hugh on all platforms : Twitter: His Personal https://twitter.com/hughcarrhere Work https://twitter.com/BLOCTG4 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hughcarrhere/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hughcarr?lang=en...

Ep. 21: Mean Girls - Movie Review

February 04, 2021 11:59 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MB

This week I’m talking about the cult teen classic film Mean Girls. I’m a huge fan and hopefully I did it justice. I also give an update on the future of the podcast with college taking centre stage. Recommendation for the week is the sitcom Community! If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 20: The Blue Eyes Brown Eyes Experiment

January 28, 2021 11:59 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

This week I’m talking about a priest that got caught carrying Crystal Meth, and how a middle school teacher tried an experiment to see how her they reacted to racism and discrimination. The class experiment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLAi78hluFc The experiment with Oprah: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebPoSMULI5U Jane Elliot interview with Jimmy Fallon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2z-ahJ4uws&t=330s This week's recommendation is “The school that tried to end racism” on All 4. ...

Ep. 19: Unlock Your Cheat Code

January 21, 2021 11:59 - 12 minutes - 16.5 MB

Hello! This week I’m talking about how we experience stress and how to harness it to use it to your advantage. I also give an update on the changes I’ll be making to the format of the episode and my recommendation of the week. Thanks to everyone who took part in the survey to help improve podcast. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping pu...

Ep. 18: What the fluff was 2020? (feat superfran000)

January 14, 2021 11:59 - 37 minutes - 69.1 MB

This week I take a very light hearted look back at a what was a very dark year. I’m also joined by Tik Tok’s very own Irish news reporter, Francesca. We discuss the monumental moments such as Ellen DeGeneres getting cancelled, the nation not so sure on the TikTok housemates, and our support for the student nurses. Listen in for a laugh back on the most unprecedented year (so far)! Follow her on all socials! Francesca’s TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@superfran000?source=h5_m Francesca’s I...

Ep. 17: Tick Tock Goes Your Body Clock

January 07, 2021 11:59 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MB

This week we take a look inside the body and talk about how the body keeps itself in check. We discuss Jet Lag and the pattern in sleeping pattern. I also sprinkle in a bit of news for good measure on why the Waterford Whispers made real headlines for a change. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 16: The Holiday & The Mandalorian Review

December 24, 2020 11:59 - 33.2 MB

In this week episode I breakdown the the Christmas Rom-Com, The Holiday. (Spoiler I’m not a huge fan) And also share my thoughts on the very thing that has made me fall back in love with Star Wars. I would also like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 15: Festive Origins (Feat. Shawn Dobbyn)

December 17, 2020 11:59 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

This week listen in as I struggle to keep a very jolly Liverpool fan on track as I tell all ye about how some of the things we associate with Christmas came to be. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 14: Look into my baby blues and I'll tell ye...

December 10, 2020 11:59 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MB

This week I’m back talking about how we get eye colour and all the fun features that come with it. I also get into a little bit of a rant on everyone being up and arms about Spotify’s annual Wrapped feature. I hope you enjoy! Ambr blue light protection glasses: https://ambreyewear.com/ Predict your baby eye colour: https://www.babymed.com/tools/baby-eye-color-calculator-predictor If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email...

Ep 13: Fast Five - Movie Review (Feat. Marc Hayden)

November 26, 2020 11:59 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MB

This week we celebrate Thanksgiving by talking about one of the most family based films on the planet. I am of course talking about the Fast and Furious Franchise, we decided to go with Fast Five (the one with the vault in Rio) as it's both myself and special guest Marc Harden’s personal favourite. I hope you enjoy! If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Aud...

Ep. 12: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse - Movie Review (feat. Shawn Dobbyn)

November 19, 2020 11:59 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

This week I’m joined by good friend of the podcast Shawn Dobbyn, and we go head first Into the Spider-Verse. We also touch on the Godawful trailer for Wild Mountain Thyme. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 11: Donal Walsh (Part 3)

November 11, 2020 11:59 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MB

This week I’m finishing the amazing story that is Donal Walsh's life. I hope you’ve enjoyed listening to it as much as I have creating this series. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 10: Why aren't you watching? (feat. Shawn Dobbyn)

November 05, 2020 15:25 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. This week to celebrate reaching double digits myself and Shawn Dobbyn are giving you are watchlists. Being well into level 5 hopefully this will serve as some entertainment. ;) If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helpi...

Ep. 9: The Fear Frequency

October 29, 2020 11:59 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. This week to celebrate Spooktober I got a bit on the fear frequency and the Irish Atlantis Hy Brasil. Plus tell me what you want for episode 10 and as always I hope you enjoy! If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helpin...

Ep. 8: Saw - Movie Review (Feat. Mark McGuinness)

October 22, 2020 10:59 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. This week things get spooky as myself and Mark McGuinness talk about the famous horror movie Saw. I also sprinkle in news on Fungie because how often am I going to be talking about a dolphin. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel ...

Ep. 7 - Me, You, and Déjà Vu

October 15, 2020 10:59 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. So, I decided to give Déja Vu a whirl this week. Dr Anne Clearly vid - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFAvUkjba-Q If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 6: Hamilton - Movie Review (Feat. Shawn Dobbyn)

October 08, 2020 10:59 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. This week I’m discussing the highly acclaimed musical Hamilton, and I’ve brought my good friend Shawn Dobbyn along for the ride. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 5: Donal Walsh (Part 2)

September 30, 2020 10:59 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated. This week I’m back talking more about Donal Walsh. I’ll be honest, it's not my best work, but hopefully you enjoy it. The YouTube clip “My struggle with Cancer” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ba6n_vqTC_E Donal’s Essay - https://www.independent.ie/opinion/analysis/donal-walsh-i-wanted-to-live-to-play-for-munster-to-travel-the-whole-world-29194810.html   If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on Instagram @barry...

Ep. 4: Donal Walsh (Part 1)

September 24, 2020 10:59 - 10 minutes - 9.88 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. This week I’m talking a bit about Donal Walsh. As September is Suicide Awareness Month I thought it be a good topic. I hope for this to become a bit of a series as take you through Donal’s Life. If that sounds like your cup of tea I hope you enjoy ! If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me a...

Ep. 3: Banking it on Buchanan

September 17, 2020 10:59 - 10 minutes - 6.29 MB

On this week's Barry Abbreviated, I’m talking a bit about Art Attack’s very own Neil Buchanan being Banksy Conspiracy, and the #FreeBritany movement. Find out why there's always mirrors near lifts in this week's topic about the science behind queuing. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or email me at [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

Ep. 2: The Martian - Movie Review

September 10, 2020 10:59 - 16 minutes - 9.54 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. In this episode I talk “The Martian” by Ridley Scott. The love for Matt Damon must be very much alive as Jojo Rabbit lost out in the poll. I really like this film so it's mostly praise, listen in to hear how I hope to do my reviews. As always I hope you enjoy. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated, or...

Ep. 1: Jedward: Not the Heroes We Deserved, but the Ones We Needed

September 03, 2020 10:59 - 9 minutes - 8.35 MB

Hello there and welcome to Barry Abbreviated! It’s your one stop shop podcast talking all things news, random topics and movies. In this episode things get political as I discuss Kamala Harris’s voice being compared to Marge Simpson and Jedward coming out of hiding to rescue us from the clutches of Jim Corr. I also tell you why you hate the sound of your own voice. I hope you enjoy. If you would like to get in contact with the podcast you can message me on instagram @barryabbreviated or emai...

Ep. 0: Introduction

August 26, 2020 20:22 - 3 minutes - 2.23 MB

Hello there and congratulations you made it to the introduction! I try to keep this light and brief. I go through what I hope to discuss aswell as well other specifics. If you have any questions that I haven't answered hit me up on Instagram @barryabbreviated or e-mail me on [email protected] Huge thanks to Rob @ Sentinel Audio for helping put this together.

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