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From the Norman Invasion to the War of Independence, the Great Famine to the Troubles, the Irish History Podcast takes you on a journey through the most fascinating stories in Ireland's past. Whether it's the siege of Dublin in 1171 or gun battles in the 1920s, the podcast vividly recreates a sense of time and place. Each episode is meticulously researched, creating character-driven narratives that are engaging and accessible for all.Since the first episode was released back in 2010, the podcast has covered scores of captivating stories. Major multi-part series have explored the Great Famine, the Norman Invasion, and Irish involvement in the Spanish Civil War. If you are looking for standalone episodes, there are lots of great interviews with leading Irish historians covering topics from medieval sex magic to Irish connections in the Jack the Ripper murders!Why not start with 'Three Days in July', an acclaimed mini-series from the summer of 2024. It explores the early years of the Troubles and the forgotten story of a young Londoner who was shot dead by the British Army in Belfast in 1970. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

A podcast about the culture, history and politics of Ireland. Taking on the knowledge gap since 2017.

Comedian Tim McGarry and Historian Cormac Moore select the stories from the archives of The Irish News that bring Irish history to life in enlightening and amusing ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Hosted by Dr Niamh Wycherley, this podcast shows that medieval Irish history is complex and dynamic — not at all stuffy or static. Via lively and engaging chats with leading experts, it explores aspects of a largely ignored, but commonly evoked, period, and shares new and exciting research on medieval Ireland. medievalirishhistory@gmail.com Supported by the Dept of Early Irish, Maynooth University & Taighde Éireann. Views expressed are speakers' own. Production: Tiago de Oliveira Veloso Silva. Logo design: Matheus de Paula Costa Music: Lexin_Music more

Being Irish, or of Irish descent, is great. We come readymade with humour, creativity and a natural mysticism that means we're always a bit magic. We also come with a load of ancestral junk. This podcast is about the junk. more

3,000 miles of ocean separate Ireland from the USA, but both countries share a deep and intertwined history. Links between North America and Ireland predate Columbus, stretching back over 1,000 years. Since then, Irish people have shaped the history of the United States. From Ann 'Goody' Glover, who was hanged as a witch in Boston in the 17th century, to JFK, the story of the Irish in the US is fascinating. Join historians Damian Sheils and Fin Dwyer as they join forces to explore the good, the bad, and the ugly of Irish American history. In Season 1 Fin and Damian explore fascinating topics including Who was the first Irish person to cross the Atlantic? The Story of Goody Glover who was hanged as a witch in Boston. What was it like to emigrate during the Great Famine of the 1840s? How Irish people shaped the US Civil War? And much more... Subscribe and join Fin and Damian on this fascinating journey through our history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Join Irish stand up comedians Jason Brennan and Kevin Larney as they take turns giving their best accounts of some of Ireland's silly, strange, and downright stupid tales from the past. For ad-free listening and access to our bonus content go to HeadStuffPodcasts.com and sign up for €5/mo VAT. more

Experience the rich hidden history of the land of Ancient Ireland with historian , author, musician Danny Houlihan. The rich myths and legends are many and the culture of Ireland is diverse. In this podcast Danny relates the hidden history,Myths and Legends of the Ireland.Through its people its heritage and its rugged coastline this is truly Danny Houlihan's Irish Experience. more

Victorians had opinions about EVERYTHING. Jaw shapes. Correct use of coil horns. Servant's gloves. All treated with the kind of earnest detail usually reserved for matters of real importance.Avril Clinton-Forde selects the delightfully absurd from her collection of Irish and British 1800s books—where privileged people wrote volumes about life's minutiae. Social catastrophes, Irish banshee etiquette, Georgian marriage disasters, bizarre upper-class hobbies, and enjoys wonderfully overcomplicated language of the 19th Century. For history lovers, heritage enthusiasts, and curious insomniacs! more

Bringing the past to life! Discover how Ireland and our world was shaped as Myles Dungan and guests explore events ranging from medieval times to the recent past. Listen live Sundays at 6pm on RTÉ Radio 1. more

The Irish History Show is presented and produced by Cathal Brennan and John Dorney. In each episode, the presenters will look at different aspects of Irish history with expert guests from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines. more

Step into the enchanting world of Savannah, Georgia - where the Irish influence weaves its magic throughout the city. In this captivating podcast, join us as we delve into the history, traditions, and vibrant community of Irish descendants in Savannah. Let's celebrate the Emerald Isle coming to life in the heart of the Deep South. more

History Ireland magazine has now been in production for over 27 years.The History Ireland Podcast covers a wide variety of topics, from the earliest times to the present day, in an effort to give the listener a sense of the distant past but also to offer a contemporary edge. more

A podcast looking at Left politics in Ireland from the Irish Left Archive.We talk to activists, writers, historians, politicians and others involved in Left organisations and movements about their experiences of participating in Left parties and campaigns; Left publications and political documents they've been involved in; and the history and development of progressive politics in Ireland. We also look at the role of the Irish Left Archive and similar informal projects.The podcast is hosted by Ciarán Swan and Aonghus Storey. more

Host Kehlan Kirwan and expert Gary Spain take a journey into the history of Irish football. From great players and famous national teams, to League of Ireland sides and individuals that graced the domestic league they'll bring some of the great stories of Irish football to you. more

This is a journey through Irish footballing history. Every week Conor and Johnny discuss a player or moment from the Republic of Ireland's history. Beginning with the 1992/1993 Premier League season, these two diehard fans have a simple purpose - to talk about every Irishman to grace the Premier League! more

Please take this quick survey to help support the show: http://bit.ly/thehistoryofireland-surveyThe Irish Republic's foundation is one hell of a story, complete with spying secretaries, pig thieves, politicians, poets, school teachers and the world's biggest empire. In quick, bite-sized episodes, we're going to explore the causes, characters and aftermath of the Irish War of Independence.Support the show through Patreon for bonus content and ad free listening!www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

History Inishowen Lands of Éogain History Inishowen is a podcast series focusing on the Early Christian and Medieval Period of history as it relates to the Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal, Ireland. Produced by the Inishowen based heritage group, Lands of Éogain and presented by local historian Neil McGrory , the first series features conversations with Max Adams , Colm O'Brien , Brian Lacey and Dáibhí O'Cróinín . Local experts and those involved in community archaeology and heritage are also featured. There are conversations with John J. Hegarty from West Inishowen History and Heritage Society, Martin Hopkins from Cooley, Maura Harkin and Teish Doherty from the Colgan Heritage Committee and Sean Beattie from Culdaff and Cloncha Heritage Group. There will also be a special episode with experts from National Monuments who will give practical advice regarding the protection of historical sites. This series coincides with the launch of an updated website which gives an overview of some of the main historical sites in Inishowen. This site contains an overview of the archaeological sites of the Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal, Ireland. www.landsofeogain.com The project has been funded by The Heritage Council. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Examining Irish society and culture to understand how our history, psychology, and politics have shaped what it means to be Irish today.Join me as I host conversations with Irish people who are experts in different facets of Irish culture, including nature, language, healing, folklore, mythology, music, poetry, mental health, entrepreneurism, activism, identity, social issues and current affairs.I also ask every guest what it means to be Irish. Their answers may surprise you. more

The Dublin Festival of History is an annual free festival, brought to you by Dublin City Council, and organised by Dublin City Libraries, in partnership with the Dublin City Council Culture Company. The Festival has gained a reputation for attracting best-selling Irish and international historians to Dublin for a high-profile weekend of history talks and debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The Irish Taoiseach is a series of 15 podcasts about each of the 15 men who have served as Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of the Republic of Ireland since 1922. Political broadcaster Iain Dale interviews Irish historians, academics and journalists about each Taoiseach in sequence, starting off with W T Cosgrave and Eamon de Valera and concluding with Leo Varadkar and Micheal Martin. This podcast series follows Iain Dale's hugely successful PRESIDENTS & PRIME MINISTERS podcast on British prime ministers and American presidents. more

Hear the stories of Ireland with our audioguides and audiobooks. Each audio guide has been carefully researched and is narrated by professional actors who will immerse you in the tales from Irish history and archaeology. The perfect travel guides for those who want to dive deep into unique Irish stories and for people who value accurate history woven into engaging tales. Discover audio guides for iconic sites like Newgrange, Trim Castle or the Hill of Tara. Hear about life in Medieval Ireland, or explore wonderful hidden gems and secluded ancient monasteries. more

Diarmaid Ferriter and Catriona Crowe bring us on a journey through the hidden histories, humanity and humour of our past. more

A leprechaun sent to the White House.  A bomb shelter under Dublin's Merrion Square.  A president swearing live on national radio. What do they all have in common? They're just some of the wild, wonderful and downright bizarre stories you probably won't have known about Ireland's presidents. If the walls of the Áras could talk, we'd have a full-on Netflix drama on our hands.  But since it can't, two presidential experts are here to spill everything, from the president who ran the country from their bed to the one who ticked off the Pope and Stalin in one go, to the one who handed out ponies and deer as royal gifts.  This is Think You Know... The Presidents? a Today FM original podcast from The Last Word. Each week, Lise Hand and Flor MacCarthy dig up the scandals and the game-changing moments from Ireland's nine presidents, delving into how events in Ireland were shaped by their actions and how the people of Ireland felt about each sitting president at the time. Follow 'Think You Know... The Presidents?' now wherever you get your podcasts.  more

From workhouse girls to colonial Governors, and from Tangiers to Tasmania, Kate O'Malley and Abie Philbin Bowman uncover the fascinating stories of Irish people whose lives were shaped by their service in, or agitation against, the British Empire. more

Welcome! This is the podcast of author, writing consultant, and historian Megan Easley-Walsh. Topics of discussion will include historical inspiration behind the author's novels, journeys into history via antiques, and historical sites to discover through visits and books. Join for the history and the books, stay for the information about life in Ireland from this American-born author! more

Exploring the rich history, forgotten stories, curious characters and historic murders of Dublin City and Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more