Uisce Matters
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Podcast Overview
<p>The podcast that brings you inside the world of Ireland’s water services. Hosted by Orlaith Blaney, Uisce Éireann Communications and Corporate Affair Director, each episode shares real stories from the people working to deliver safe, reliable water and wastewater services across the country. </p><p><br></p><p>You’ll hear honest conversations about the everyday work, the big challenges, and the moments that matter. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at a service we all depend on but rarely think about. </p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're curious about where your water comes from or what happens after it goes down the drain, Uisce Matters makes it easy to understand and hard to take for granted. </p>
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Publishing Since
11/4/2025
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Recent Episodes
May 6, 2026
Ep 5 - Our drinking water — how do we know it’s safe?
Ireland’s drinking water is of a consistently high quality — but ensuring it stays that way relies on rigorous monitoring, science and regulation. In this episode of Uisce Matters, host Orlaith Blaney speaks with Dr Pat O’Sullivan, Drinking Water Compliance Senior Manager at Uisce Éireann Irish Water, about the substances that can make their way into water systems, from everyday household chemicals, to narcotics, to emerging industrial compounds. Pat explains how modern lifestyles influence w...
March 19, 2026
Ep 4 - Breaking barriers to vital infrastructure delivery
Ireland’s water and wastewater systems are largely invisible — buried beneath our roads, footpaths and communities — yet they are among the most vital assets we share. In this episode of Uisce Matters, Angela Ryan, Asset Strategy Senior Manager at Uisce Éireann/Irish Water and one of the original secondees to the Government’s Accelerating Infrastructure Taskforce, explores why understanding and investing in that hidden network has never been more important. Angela joins host Orlaith to explor...
January 14, 2026
Ep 3 - Nothing happens without water
Join host Orlaith Blaney as she talks with Stephen Burke, Regional Water Operations Senior Manager at Uisce Éireann/Irish Water about the intricate world of water services in Ireland. From his roots on a Limerick farm to overseeing water supplies for more than 1.7 million people across Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, and Wicklow, Stephen shares a unique perspective on what it takes to keep the taps flowing. Explore the challenges of maintaining Dublin’s Victorian-era water network, the v...
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- What is Uisce Matters?
<p>The podcast that brings you inside the world of Ireland’s water services. Hosted by Orlaith Blaney, Uisce Éireann Communications and Corporate Affair Director, each episode shares real stories from the people working to deliver safe, reliable water and wastewater services across the country. </p><p><br></p><p>You’ll hear honest conversations about the everyday work, the big challenges, and the moments that matter. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at a service we all depend on but rarely think about. </p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're curious about where your water comes from or what happens after it goes down the drain, Uisce Matters makes it easy to understand and hard to take for granted. </p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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