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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Muchos gracias to @waterfordvinyl.bsky.social for having me play a set in Downes’ at the weekend. Thoroughly enjoyed selecting some fine tunes for fine people. Indie bangers, punk vibes, electro-pop and with a fine helping of cheese! Thanks to Frank Ryan for the photos too!

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I’m honoured to DJ with @waterfordvinyl.bsky.social in Downes on Friday evening. Currently whittling down my records into a manageable 60 min set - not easy!! Anyway, if you’re interested in hearing some news, used and abused tunes while quaffing fine ale, we’ll be in Downes

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Nerd alert! Visited the British Science Museum today and sought out the replica of Charles Babbage’s Difference Engine. A computation machine designed in the 1800s but never built until the late 20th century - and yes, it works. It reinforces the truth that most “new” ideas are modified “old” ideas.

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Irish medal wins are rare events. To see TWO within twenty minutes is something else entirely!! Absolutely amazing to be in Birmingham for Mark English’s Gold and Rhasidat Adeleke’s silver. Legends #Birmingham26

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

That’s some run from Mark English! Breaking a championship record that has held since 1978 too (I think!!) #Birmingham2026

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Mucking about with the ukulele in the garden on a sunny day. Randy Newman’s “You’ve Got a Friend In Me” from Toy Story

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Saw #TheOdyssey with the full family today. Every single one of us - from age 48 down to 10 - loved it. What a spectacle, full of big visuals and big ideas. The 10 year old is a big Greek myth but and says it’s true to Homer’s source material - so there you go.

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

It’s that time of year again. The CONTENT you’ve all been waiting for! #content #powerwashporn

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Greetings, followers of my reader! This is Cory Doctorow @doctorow.pluralistic.net writing to you, and your friend has finished reading my excellent 2025 book, Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It, available at finer (+ not so fine) bookstores everywhere

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Another magical night in Luca Records #Waterford with #SOAK and #EoinDalton providing beautiful music. So lucky to be there!

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

A blistering night in the @3arena.bsky.social getting to finally witness the full majesty of #Robyn unleashed on the stage! Synthpop heaven! And getting to be there with Jenny was just magic.

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

I have one unread notification in Teams and I cannot find it. Been all over the app and it’s a mystery. It’s like a splinter in my mind. Thank you for your attention.

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

“Can't bring back time. Like holding water in your hand.” #BloomsDay

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Fantastic night of music in Bank Lane last night. The Bluetones belting out jangly guitar hits with some excellent new material. Waterford’s Shane Barry opened with a magic bag of songs. BTW @markmorriss.bsky.social could have a fine side career as a stand-up comedian- crickey!

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

My kids have been baking and putting stuff onto the shopping list. I think they might have taken on a contract with the witch from Hansel & Gretel

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

All six of the O’Connors got out of the rain and went to see John Carney’s new film Power Ballad yesterday. Thoroughly enjoyable time and some deadly songs. At 90 mins, it doesn’t wear out it’s welcome either! Well worth the time

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Was digging around in a backpack this morning and found my wife Jenny’s old iPod mini. Have no idea if it still works, the hot pink metallic finish is cool looking. Back from a time when devices were getting smaller …

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

If you see this post something Orange

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

This is what it sounds like, when doves cry #Prince

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

I’m thoroughly enjoying Star Wars Maul: Shadow Lord. Watching it with my 10 year old and she’s all in. The art style is next level. Well worth a watch

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Got a lot out of today’s SETU session on Ireland’s open research path to 2030+. The enthusiasm from @civicmichael.bsky.social was palpable and @drfairytalesci.bsky.social’s call for co‑conspirators was inspiring. There’s plenty to ponder (and act on) from @engagedroadmap.bsky.social

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

There’s a lot of broad assumptions, leaps and false equivalences in #MariaSteen’s article in today’s @irishtimes.com. Suffice to say, she’s no craic at all. #StPatricksDay

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

I am reminded of this cartoon from the dotcom bubble (> 25 years ago) every day I see/hear/read about more insane AI spending. Original illustration by Tony Kelly

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

I was today-years-old when I learned that Led Zepplin’s John Paul Jones did the string arrangements on REM’s Automatic for the People. Despite having loved the album nearly my whole life! Just never read the credits before … had a home-copy tape back in the day. I did buy it on CD, but y’know …

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

I found 2x2GB sticks of DDR3 RAM in a drawer. I’ll start the bidding at €1m …

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Post your favourite Lord of the Rings character. Wrong answers only.

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

The shore is pretty wild and beautiful in Dunmore East this morning

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

An earthy night of poetry and song in Phil Grimes tonight, courtesy of David Keenan & friends. Much love to @subtsounds.bsky.social for keeping the fires lit

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Northern lights putting on an impromptu show in Waterford

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Saw 28 Days Later: The Bone Temple this evening. Really enjoyed it - very tight and sometimes mad. You can read as much subtext as you like. I suspect many non-UK/Irish audiences will miss the Jimmy Saville stuff. Ralph Fiennes puts in some shift. Worth a watch - unless very squeamish

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

My office for the evening 😃 🕺🔥

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Some phone footage of last night’s #Kuduro rehearsal. Performing live in Bank Lane (Waterford) on the 30th Dec. If you fancy a post-Christmas boogie, we have you covered. Tickets from banklane.ie

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Tell me you have children without telling me you have children … #Replay2025

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

New podcast! Students from SETU travelled to Zadar to explore sustainable food practices in Croatia. I spoke with students Jodi Hunt, Kealan Voogt, lecturer Michael Quinn & EU-CONEXUS’ Bridget Cheasty about what they learned and why Irish seafood deserves more love. Listen here 👉 pod.fo/e/350a36

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

If you see this, post an album cover with a motor vehicle on it.

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

New book arrived in the post today! Podcast Studies: Practice into Theory edited by Lori Beckstead and @darioll.bsky.social The amount of high quality writing in this area is happily increasing - fair play

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Now that the dust has settled on our Spraoi Siren Sisters show for Samhain 2025, I'd like to thank some people. To my fellow musicians (Fintan, Marc, Andy & Gav) - you're a pack of legends and it's always a gift to play with you! 1/n

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Happy Halloween! I’m gonna dress up again tomorrow for our Siren Sisters Samhain Show in Waterford. Will compare with this pic from two years ago and see how much greyer the beard is 😉

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

This Saturday evening, we’ll complete a triptych of Spraoi Samhain shows in Waterford. The three Siren Sisters will rise from haunted shores and roam the ghostly streets of the ancient city, culminating in a musical finale at John Roberts Square. Put on your make-up and bring your dancing shoes!

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Saw Keith Dunphy’s Word Against the Word in Garter Lane Waterford. One man’s story about being a dyslexic actor. Fabulous performance. Fabulous use of sound and visuals. So inventive in its staging! There’s still some tickets left. Go

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Still the greatest achievement listed on LinkedIn.

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Yesterday in mushrooms, then today

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

The new @divinecomedyhq.bsky.social album is just gorgeous. Hannon’s voice is sounding particularly beautiful. There you go now

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Using one photo already in your phone, what is the announcement tomorrow at 2?

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Rob O’Connor @roboconnor.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Caught 2 bands in Bank Lane last night. #TheSleeveens were fantastic! High-energy punk songs full of kindness and positivity. Great to see Stef Murphy on stage again. Guy is brilliant! As for #TheLemonheads - oh dear. I hope Evan Dando gets the help he needs. Absolutely brutal. Wasted in every way

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