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Weshtern Philosophy

Weshtern Philosophy

Two friends with oceans of notions discuss the unseen forces in our lives through the lens of music, mystery and craic. With Bart Lever and Anthony O"Connor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:27:42

S03E12 - Place II

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2025/07/07

In the season 3 finale Bart and Anthony revisit the topic of their first episde: 'PLACE', and reflect on how their understanding and relationship to this might have changed over the past year, as well as...how opinions and knowledge can shift over timeplaces and non-placeswhat gives a place its identitywhen places can represent other thingstravel and travellingGodzillaThe NetherlandsOperation Market Garden We've had a brilliant time this season and feel immensely privileged to have shared space

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1:28:09

S03E11 - Potential [w. Féidhlim Harty]

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2025/06/30

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by environmental consultant, author and eco-visioning workshop facilitator Féidhlim Harty to talk about 'Potential'. Féidhlim shares his vision for the future, based on his extensive experience within the world of environmental engineering. We speak aboutoverwhelm at the state of the worldNewtonian vs quantum views of the universethe role Constellation Therapy can play in helping us process contemporary issuesrecent changes in mindset and relationship to

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1:28:06

S03E10 - Toxicity

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2025/06/23

In this episode, and somewhere between the sacred silence and sleep, we tackle one of Anthony's favourite topics: 'TOXICITY'. the difference between therapeutic and toxic dosagesthe psychological effects of living in a pharmaceutically-focused worldSola dosis facit venenum - The dosage alone makes the poisondifferences between herbal medicine toxic dosages and drug toxic dosageshow the same compound or experience can have different effects on different peopleour social fear of toxicity without

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1:35:49

S03E09 - Voice [w. Paula Carroll]

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2025/06/16

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by broadcaster, music lover and oral history curator Paula Carroll to talk about 'Voice'. From her work recording the oral history of Clare, from introspection to interviewing, from inner to outer reflections, from how we understand ourselves to how we present ourselves and finally, having clarified our Voice, how we use it, particularly in regard to issues like Gaza. This is a sometimes hilarious, sometimes deep, and (in our opinion) a particularly

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1:22:10

S03E08 - Openness [w. Shane Martin]

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2025/06/09

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by yoga practitioner and mechanical engineer in the field of green technologies Shane Martin to talk about the multiple definitions and applications of 'Openness'. Shane's broad life experience, combined with his tendency towards rigorous and analytical self-questioning, led him to this topic as a linchpin to many others. We discuss Openness as it applies to self, to ego, to relationships with other people, its role in giving life meaning and finally to

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1:31:45

S03E07 - Productivity [w. Eavan Murphy]

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2025/06/02

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by actor Eavan Murphy to talk about how we define success and progression in our personal and professional lives under the topic of 'Productivity'. Bart and Eavan have acted together before and we finally get to dig into this aspect of Bart's life and self-expression. We talk about acting as a practice before moving into broader definitions of how we stay grounded in our practice within a society that puts different pressures upon us and how we,

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1:23:19

S03E06 - Facilitation [w. Diarmuid Lyng]

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2025/05/26

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by hurler, Gaelgoir and retreat-organiser Diarmuid Lyng. The conversation ended up being as wide-ranging and fascinating as Diarmuid himself but one theme that kept coming up was the act of channelling works and creations that are bigger than yourself, which for this episode we label ‘Facilitation’. Whether it's creating an environment where men can feel free to open up, connecting with nature, keeping your ego in check while holding space or building a

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1:25:46

S03E05 - Reciprocity

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2025/05/19

We're back! Again! And one of us is double-married. In this episode Bart and Anthony have a wee catch-up after the pod break and chat briefly about Anthony's wedding which segues neatly into this week's topic of 'RECIPROCITY'. The lending and receiving of aid, mutually beneficial relationships, different cultural approaches to giving, receiving and hospitality, stories of Ireland, Greece, China and the Netherlands, travelling strangers, charity, and in a beautifully abstract way, the ability to

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1:35:56

S03E04 - Teenagehood

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2025/04/28

We're back! In our pasts! In this episode Bart and Anthony begin by talking about 'Friendship' but are dragged by overwhelming tangential and nostalgic forces into the vortex of 'TEENAGEHOOD'. Are you here for bathroom humour, Inbetweeners references, hormones, metal, awkward moments and teenage boys being teenage boys? We hope so. We couldn't escape it. Now neither can you.Support the Podcashthttps://www.patreon.com/WeshternPhilosophyPodhttps://ko-fi.com/weshternphilosophyFollow the podcasht on

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S03E03 - Discomfort [w. Rónán Ó Snodaigh]

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2025/04/21

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by musician, poet agus ridire ceoil Ghaelaigh Rónán Ó Snodaigh to talk about the role of 'Discomfort' in our lives and in the creative process. We discuss the joys and pains of bringing a song out into the world, the value of self-reflection and relationship, conflict, uncertainty, knowledge, Leonard Cohen, Dolly Parton, where the good songs come from and how (hopefully) not to be a gobshite.Rónán's LinksNew album 'Capall Bán Fút', 9 meditative bodhrán

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1:21:53

S03E02 - Authenticity [w. Brighid Bennett]

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2025/04/14

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by teacher, breathworker and seeker Brighid Bennett to talk about the multi-faceted definitions of 'Authenticity'. We discuss Brighid's own journey, from America to Ireland via Mexico and Nepal, the teachings and experiences she's encountered along the way and how we hold on to our true selves and our integrity in the presence of external pressures and internal evolution.Brighid's LinksBrighid offers transformational coaching, breathwork classes and 1:1

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1:22:23

S03E01 - Spring / Seeding

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2025/04/07

We're back! In this, the first episode of Season 3 Bart and Anthony speak about 'SPRING' or 'SEEDING', depending on your tolerance for both philosophy and innuendo. We have a bit of a life and career catchup, talk about where we're at, what's coming up for the pod and a lot about growth and how we send our intentions into the future. We hope you enjoy.Support the Podcashthttps://www.patreon.com/WeshternPhilosophyPodhttps://ko-fi.com/weshternphilosophyFollow the podcasht on Instagram / Facebook /

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56:16

S02E14 - Silence [Season Finale]

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2025/01/06

In this episode Bart and Anthony speak / don't speak about 'SILENCE'. It's an experimental one, beginning with about 20 minutes of not-quite-silence; the sounds of Bart arriving, Blarney playing, coffee being made, and people occupying a space together. In these cold, dark, January days we invite our listeners to quietly share the space with us that we have so enjoyed occupying for the past year.And if that's not your thing, no worries! Skip to about 20 minutes into the episode and you'll hear

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1:18:00

S02E13 - Gifts

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2024/12/23

In this episode Bart and Anthony speak about 'GIFTS', the ones we give, the ones we receive, the ones that are innate and the ones that are honed through experience. We also have a proper, meandering catchup and shitetalk after a month of brilliant guests, just to bring the level back down a bit.Support the Podcashthttps://www.patreon.com/WeshternPhilosophyPodhttps://ko-fi.com/weshternphilosophyFollow the podcasht on Instagram / Facebook / YouTube@weshternphilosophypodcastThanks a million!Anthony

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1:29:23

S02E12 - Men's Work - w. Niall Graham

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2024/12/16

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by men's work facilitator and mentor Niall Graham to talk about 'Men's Work'. Having just completed Niall's three month course in the subject Bart had plenty to say about his own personal experience and the benefits he's found in engaging with this. The conversation explores the many aspects of masculinity and how work like this can affect things outside ourselves; not just our relationships and our self-worth but also place and community. Niall also

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1:32:15

S02E11 - Reflection - w. John Tracey

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2024/12/09

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by musician, translator, Irish speaker, dialectologist and photographer John 'Larry' Tracey to talk about the multi-faceted definitions of 'Reflection'. This is a beautifully ambling episode, going from songs to language to emotional connection via accents and baritone acoustic guitars.Larry's Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/johnlarrytracey/https://www.youtube.com/johntraceymusicListen to Larry's albums'Dangerous to Go Alone'and'This Is Home' on all

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1:15:26

S02E10 - The Session

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2024/12/02

In this episode Bart and Anthony speak about the delicate nuances of contribution, learning and unspoken social contracts that lead to a successful and angelic traditional Irish music session.Support the Podcashthttps://www.patreon.com/WeshternPhilosophyPodhttps://ko-fi.com/weshternphilosophyFollow the podcasht on Instagram / Facebook / YouTube@weshternphilosophypodcastThanks a million!Anthony and Bart Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S02E09 - Peace - w. Flan Garvey

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2024/11/25

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by politician, teacher, mayor and all-around Clare man Flan Garvey to talk about 'Peace', specifically Flan's experience reaching out across the border to a Northern Irish Community during the height of the Troubles and the knock-on effects of this action that persist to this day. An inspiring, moving and extremely timely conversation, well-worth a listen for anyone who is considering how to connect with someone on the other side of a contentious

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1:29:44

S02E08 - Periods - w. Aisling Browne

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2024/11/18

In this episode Bart and Anthony are joined by womb worker, dance teacher and women's circle facilitator Aisling Browne to talk about 'Periods'. Aisling's offerings weave together holistic menstrual education, womb wisdom, feminine empowerment, ceremony, ritual & healing. She is passionate about helping women connect with the knowledge and wisdom of their wombs and menstrual cycles from menarche to menopause. It was an absolute privilege to hear her share her perspective and wisdom, as well as

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1:18:51

S02E07 - Environment / Systems

Weshtern Philosophy ·

2024/10/28

In this episode Bart and Anthony speak about the topic of 'Environment'. Or 'Systems'. Or 'Myth', 'Politics' or 'Musicals'. What actually happened is that we just started talking and assumed we'd find a topic and instead ended up on a very enjoyable and meandering journey, with an always-wonderful guest appearance from Katrien Cogan.Support the Podcashthttps://www.patreon.com/WeshternPhilosophyPodhttps://ko-fi.com/weshternphilosophyFollow the podcasht on Instagram / Facebook /

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