
Hosted by Radio Kerry · EN
Noted for his personal motto “If you can’t Stand Up… Stand Out” Killarney native Ian O’Connell joins Radio Kerry as host of his own show called 'Stand Out with Ian O’Connell'
Ian’s guests are people who have also stood out for some reason in their lives, people who have overcome challenges, represented a minority group, broken down barriers for others, excelled in some area of their lives or been an inspiration to others.
Some will be well known and others not as much but all will have a positive story to tell.


This weeks guest on Stand Out with Ian O’Connell is Nicole Lonergan. Nicole is an award winning musician. She is the solo electric violinist in the renowned Block Rockin’ Beats and a member of the all-female supergroup BIIRD, recently completing a European arena tour supporting Ed Sheeran, including performances at Dublin’s 3Arena.

This weeks guest on Stand Out with Ian O’Connell is Katie-George Dunlevy is an English born para-cyclist competing in tandem events for Ireland. Dunlevy was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa aged 11 and is registered blind. She is amongst the most successful Para Athletes ever to have represented Ireland having medalled consistently at World and Paralympic Games since 2014.

This weeks guest on Stand Out with Ian O’Connell is Celine Byrne. Celine is from Kildare and is internationally recognised as one of the most sought-after Lyric Soprano singers having performed for presidents and in world famous venues, Claire performed to her largest audience to date of 45 K people in Rotterdam as well as some of the biggest names.

This weeks guest on Stand Out with Ian O’Connell is Séamus Lehane. Séamus is a comedy content creator from Limerick. Known for his observations on Irish culture, he has carved a niche. For himself in the world of comedy through sketches on social media. His content resonates with People, blending humour & relatable insights of life in Ireland.