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Irish History Podcast

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

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18:02

15 Minutes in Medieval Dublin [From the Archives]

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/08/24

2022 has been stressful so this episode treats you to 15 minutes of escapism. It brings you back to Dublin in 1320 in a soundscape of the medieval city. Reconstructed by trawling through 700 year old records for distinctive sounds; it was originally released back in 2014 but is definitely worth another listen.I am currently binge editing audio for an upcoming series but I will be back next week with a fresh episode!Join me on patreon, get access to hours of bonus content and join me on my upcoming

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38:03

Was the Great Famine a Genocide? [From the Archives]

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/08/17

Over the next two weeks I will be busy writing and editing an upcoming series called Ireland's Last Aristocrat. In the meantime I have dusted down two episodes I thought you might enjoy diving back into. This podcast was released in 2019. It's one of was the most listened to and generated the most feedback! It asks if the Great Hunger was a genocide.Become a supporter and join me on the trip to Conwy - https://www.patreon.com/irishpodcastTickets for this Saturdays live show in Waterford on Michael

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32:12

From Newgrange to D-Day: A History of Weather...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/08/10

Since the dawn of history humans have been intrigued by the weather. However while it has the potential to sustain or destroy life, our ability to accurately forecast it is very recent. In this podcast I am joined by meteorologists Evelyn Cusack and Noel Fitzpatrick to explain the fascinating history of weather forecasting. Our desire to predict the weather is a story driven by war, natural disasters, human ingenuity and super computers.You can find the Met Eireann podcast here

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37:25

‘No Irish, No Blacks, No Dogs’ - The Irish in London

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/08/02

The 1950s were a dismal time in Ireland. While the economy tanked, the catholic church, at the height of its power, maintained strict control over social life. Desperate to find a better life, nearly 500,000 Irish people emigrated. This staggering figure was equivalent to 80% of those born in the Free State between 1931 and 1941. This was a level of emigration unseen since the days of the Great Hunger of the 1840s.The vast majority went to Britain with many making London their home. However they

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5:51

A voicenote from Fin

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/07/29

Hey folks, I have a few important announcements for you:🎙️🎙️Starting in September supporters (at the $5 tier or more) will receive an exclusive series on the Civil War with Dr Brian Hanley from Trinity College Dublin. You can hear more on this above. Become a supporter to get the seriesPatreon - Patreon.com/irishpodcastAcast+ - https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory🛥️🏰I am delighted to invite announce my a supporters' trip to Wales to visit the stunning Conwy Castle. Conwy is spectacular - you

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30:06

Murder at Mother Mountain 5/5 - Redemption?

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/07/18

In the series finale 'Redemption', we follow Ellen's life in Australia where a strange and unexpected redemption awaits.Support the show:Patreon https://patreon.com/IrishpodcastAcast+ https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistoryThis week's special supporters are:Z HammingR DownesE ZimmerG HickeyR HurleyM NuttyE RusheP KopfC WilsonJ GuthK McNamaraM KellyL RosewoodD GleasonC StapletonMJ BrodieG Robertson Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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32:58

Murder at Murder Mountain 4/5 - The Punishment

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/07/11

The trials are over, the sentences have been passed down and there is nothing left but the punishment. However as we have seen in the story so far, this is story is if anything unpredictable.Support the show:Patreon https://patreon.com/Irishpodcast Acast+ https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistoryThis week's special supporters areStephenAM MulhernB DonohoeK ConnollyS WallG BrowneD HealyB ClearyP LynchL AndersonK L MayerE LewisE JordanD Hensey Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory.

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24:50

[Deep Dive] Behind the scenes of a victorian murder...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/07/06

Given the popularity of true crime genre, we are increasingly familiar with how murder investigations work in the 21st century. However they were quite different in the 19th century.In the third deep dive of Murder at Mother Mountain I am joined by Dr Niamh Howlin to explain how murder investigations & trials worked in the 1840s. Niamh is an expert on 19th century law and she explains how the process worked before DNA, forensics or even the concept of a trial by a juryof our peers existed! Become a

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30:27

Murder at Mother Mountain 3/5 - The Trial

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/07/04

The trial begins in Nenagh Courthouse in August 1846. What lies ahead for the accused is more uncertain than ever - murder in 19th century Ireland carries the death sentence.Get add free early access to the next episode and help fund the show Patreon https://patreon.com/Irishpodcast Acast+ https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistoryThis week's special supportersareB FlahertyE FogartyH LewisC RowlandD BrowneP ForanP HurleyC WrightP MeagherM McLoughlinA DunneA PhilbrickK FinnM GrayJ NixonK O'Connor Become a

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35:14

Murder at Mother Mountain Part 2/5 - The Crime

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/06/27

In part 2 of Murder at Mother Mountain Ellen’s life changes forever on March 10th 1846 when the violence that overshadowed her life finally comes to her door...Support the showwww.patreon.com/irishpodcasthttps://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistoryThis week's special supporters areM ReneeD MosierA DacyA O'BrienM KellyJ A C McGowanK L. DalyE LaurentB WalshD HillC BleakleyM LynchA JamesonG B. LaneG B Lane Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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45:04

[Deep Dive] Religion in Ireland before the Famine

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/06/20

To accompany Murder at Murder Mountain, I am releasing five deep dive episodes which delve into the history of the early 19th century Ireland in greater detail. These will be released between the main episodes.This is deep dive looks at the pre-Famine catholic church. While religion was very important during Ellen Kennedy's childhood, the catholic church emerging from centuries of repression was a very different organsation than it is today. In this podcast Salvador Ryan, professor of Ecclesiastical

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40:32

Murder at Mother Mountain 1/5 - Nurtured by Violence

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/06/20

Ellen Kennedy was born into in Western Tipperary in 1803. Her youth was one nurtured by violence. Hunger and food shortages were common. The stark inequalities lead to frequent outbreaks of violence. In this deeply unequal society young women like Ellen faced the threat of abduction and forced marriage.Ellen however was far from average...Support the show and get early access to the next episode. Patreon http://patreon.com/irishpodcast Acast+ https://play.acast.com/s/irishhistoryAdditional Research

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1:45

New Series - Murder at Mother Mountain Coming June 20th

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/06/15

Ellen Kennedy was born into in Western Tipperary in 1803. Her youth was one nurtured by violence…Listen to an exclusive preview of episode 1 now at https://patreon.com/irishpodcast or Acast+https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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27:39

175 years on - Does Black '47 & the Great Hunger...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/06/08

Over the last decade there has been countless events to mark the centenary of the Irish Revolution. However 2022 is also the 175th anniversary of Black ‘47, one of worst years of the Great Hunger. This has received little or no attention.This begs the question does the Great Famine matter anymore or is it fading in to the distant past?In this podcast I looked at the impact of the Great Famine, asking what if any meaning it has for day to day life in the 21st century.Sources mentioned:The school's

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19:46

From Bastardstown to Slutsend: A History of Irish...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/05/25

Ireland has some very strange place names. They range from the perplexing – Skeoghvosteen in Kilkenny, to the scandalous - Slutsend in Dublin and Bastardstown in Co Wexford. But where do these names come from and what do they tell us about our history? Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:18

A Violent History of Fun - Having the Craic in...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/05/18

When you think of the Middle Ages what springs to mind? Medieval battles, warfare and general hardship? Certainly not fun. However while medieval Ireland was a violent place by any standard people were still able to enjoy themselves. In this episode I explore what our medieval ancestors did for fun. From football to archery, poetry to the pub they knew how to have a good time! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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32:11

'From the Backwoods to the Motorway' A History of...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/05/04

Traditional music is central to Irish culture and identity in the 21st century. Contrary to what we might think, this is a relatively recent development. As late as the 1960s Trad was perceived as unfashionable and musicians were not allowed to play in pubs.60 years later it has become extremely popular and recognised the world over. So what happen?Last weekend I sat down with Tom Mulligan, a legend in Trad scene to talk about the history of Trad over the century. Tom hales from a well known musical

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50:41

Cocaine, Murder & Inquests: A night on the town in...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/04/26

This live podcast pokes in to the darker corners of the past looking at life in Victorian Waterford. Recorded live in Katty Barry’s in Waterford, it's a strange journey through macabre inquests that took place in pubs through to dentists who peddled cocaine!The second half of the podcast looks at a bizarre murder involving a veteran of the Famine.Support your historywww.patreon.com/irishpodcastThis week's special supporters areA MurphyM CallaghanE KelleherD DwyerA RogersM MaloneL O'BrienWJ MurphyC

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29:43

Hitler, Copperfaced Jack & Bodysnatching - The real...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/04/11

Stephen’s Green is one of Dublin’s well known areas. Located in the heart of the city centre, the Green is home to several prestigous instiutions and businesses including the Royal College of Surgeons, the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Shelbourne Hotel.It's history however is very different. Originally a swampy marshland, it was home to numerous brothels and the city gallows. In thispodcast I am joined by historian Frank Hopkins to explore the history of St Stephen's Green.We begin on the

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31:28

Nazi Propaganda in Ireland - the story of Irland...

Irish History Podcast ·

2022/04/04

Irland Redaktion was a Nazi radio station established during the Second World War. It's sole purpose was to shape and influence Irish public opinion in favour of the Nazis. In this episode I am joined by William Quinlan, the winner of the Irish History Summit RSR competition. William, a stuident in St Jospeph's College Borrisoleigh, wrote his R.S.R. (Research Study Report) on Irland Redaktion. In this podcast he details the fascinating story of this little known station, explaining why it was

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