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The Nano Nagle Place Podcast

Nano Nagle Place

Nano Nagle Place is a beautiful heritage oasis in the heart of Cork city, comprising three centuries of buildings and gardens. Here is where Venerable Nano Nagle began her work to educate and care for the poor in 18th-century Cork. Here we tell the story of Nano Nagle and the work of the order of sisters she founded who followed her path of education and empowerment, the Presentation Sisters. Here too Nano Nagle"s work continues through the community education projects The Lantern and Cork Migrant

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44:04

Voices of Change - Sr. Margaret Harte

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/11/20

As part of the Voices of Change podcast series we chat with Sr. Margaret Harte, one of the resident Sisters at Nano Nagle Place. Sr.Margaret grew up in Cork city and she went to secondary school at South Pres, and joined the order in 1964. After some years teaching in the city she was asked if she would like to take up a post abroad. The song 'Sweet Home Alabama' would certainly resonate with Sr.Margaret who went there in 1980 to a small rural parish in a town called Robertsdale. A one year plan

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27:46

Voices of Change - John Brady, Coordinator of the...

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/11/13

As part of the Voices of Change podcast series we chat with John Brady, Coordinator of the Men's Group at Nano Nagle Place. As well as sharing some of his own personal story. John chats about his work at the Men's Group, and the approach that is taken with these vulnerable men. When these men, who have been through various life circumstances. come to the Men's Group, they are provided with a safe non-judgemental place to express themselves and enjoy the company of other men. On Tuesdays and

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47:41

Voices of Change - Sr. MaryJohn Staunton

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/11/05

As part of the Voices of Change podcast series we chat with Sister MaryJohn Staunton who came through the gates of South Pres school as an infant at the age of 5 and is still there! GAA fanatic, Sr. MaryJohn tells her colourful story of life as a student at South Pres, her training as a poultry instructor, her very special singing ability and why exactly each of the boys she was teaching used to take turns on the rocking horse in school. Her story illuminates life as a young novice in a closed

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31:00

Voices of Change - Karina Healy and the...

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/10/29

As part of the Voices of Change podcast series we chat with Karina Healy, the Coordinator of the Lantern Community Project. The Lantern Project is a place of welcome, learning and inclusion providing a safe place for people to learn and grow, develop new skills, meet others and make new friends. Karina chats in detail about the work of the project, bringing communities together, providing useful skills to participants, and in particular the transformative effect that it has on their lives

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35:10

Voices of Change - Sr.Catherine O’Sullivan

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/10/18

As part of the Voices of Change podcast series we chat with Sr.Catherine O’Sullivan. Sr.Catherine, a proud Kerry woman from Dingle, had a very challenging start to her life with the death of her father when she was just four years of age. Her early school days were very challenging due to her undiagnosed dyslexia and the punishments followed the poor exam results. A much better experience in secondary school eventually led to her making a decision to join the Presentation Order and embrace a career

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29:54

Voices of Change - Sr.Lelia Kaar

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/10/12

As part of the Voices of Change podcast series we chat with Sr.Lelia Kaar. Sr.Lelia has a fascinating story that starts with the repair of a Russian ship that had been torpedoed, entering the Presentation Order in Bandon and teaching, visiting schools at the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Peru, and starting a family resource centre in Farranree, Cork City. Sr.Lelia takes everything in her stride. Enjoy the show For more information about Nano Nagle Place: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

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34:52

Voices of Change - John Smith

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/07/09

As part of the Voices of Change exhibition that is running at Nano Nagle Place we have recorded a mini series with some special guests. On this episode we chatted with John Smith who has been CEO since 2023. He speaks about the changes that have occurred at Nano Nagle Place including the many programmes and activities that he oversees with his team. He also speaks about the criteria and values that guide the various activities, including the support of the three resident Presentation Sisters, the

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32:40

Voices of Change - Naomi Masheti

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/07/09

As part of the Voices of Change exhibition that is running at Nano Nagle Place we have recorded a mini series with some special guests. On this episode we chatted with Naomi Masheti who is the programme coordinator of the Cork Migrant Centre. She speaks about her approach to her work, the different programmes and activities and the changes these are making to people’s lives. She also speaks about how her work is inspired by Nano Nagle and the Presentation Sisters , who were founded 250 years ago

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29:55

Voices of Change - Sr. Mary Ivers

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2025/07/09

As part of the Voices of Change exhibition that is running at Nano Nagle Place we have recorded a mini series with some special guests. On this episode we chatted with Sr.Mary Ivers who is one of three resident President Sisters at Nano Nagle Place. She speaks about joining the order at the tender age of 18, teaching in Ireland for a number of years and then moving to Ecuador for 42 years. “The people there taught me more than I could ever teach them” she says. She also speaks about her role at Nano

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34:36

Nano Nagle and the story of lace making in Ireland

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2024/09/27

We are delighted to launch our latest temporary exhibition: Lace Revival in Ireland, Weaving Heritage into the Present, this year's exhibition features a stunning collection of needlework, showcasing exquisite lace pieces from Limerick, South Presentation, Youghal, and Cashel. These intricate works of art highlight the rich heritage and craftsmanship of Irish lace-making, offering a glimpse into the delicate beauty and cultural significance of this timeless tradition. In today’s episode,

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44:50

Branching Out - Sr Bride Given, Early Foundations of...

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/10/13

We’re delighted to launch Nano Nagle Place’s latest temporary exhibition, Branching Out – Presentation Convents 1775 – 1828. This year’s exhibition explores the spread of the Presentation Sisters across Ireland in the period before Catholic Emancipation. This interview explores the early foundations of the Presentation Convents in Kerry with Sr Bride Given, who was interviewed by Dr Danielle O'Donovan. You can view our latest exhibition in Nano Nagle Place or online at www.branchingout.ie thnaks to

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40:32

Branching Out - Clonmel Convent Community

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/09/28

We’re delighted to launch Nano Nagle Place’s latest temporary exhibition, Branching Out – Presentation Convents 1775 – 1828. This year’s exhibition explores the spread of the Presentation Sisters across Ireland in the period before Catholic Emancipation. This interview explores the Presentation Convent in Clonmel with the Clonmel Convent Community who were interviewed by Dr Danielle O'Donovan. You can view our latest exhibition in Nano Nagle Place or online at www.branchingout.ie thnaks to the

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Branching Out - Sr Imelda Wickham, Wexford Convent

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/09/28

We’re delighted to launch Nano Nagle Place’s latest temporary exhibition, Branching Out – Presentation Convents 1775 – 1828. This year’s exhibition explores the spread of the Presentation Sisters across Ireland in the period before Catholic Emancipation. This interview explores the Presentation Convent in Wexford with Sr Imelda Wickham, interviewed by Dr Danielle O'Donovan. You can view our latest exhibition in Nano Nagle Place or online at www.branchingout.ie thnaks to the support of the Heritage

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49:51

Branching Out - Sr Mary McDermott, Rahan Convent

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/09/28

We’re delighted to launch Nano Nagle Place’s latest temporary exhibition, Branching Out – Presentation Convents 1775 – 1828. This year’s exhibition explores the spread of the Presentation Sisters across Ireland in the period before Catholic Emancipation. This interview explores the Presentation Convent in Rahan with Sr Mary McDermott, interviewed by Dr Danielle O'Donovan. You can view our latest exhibition in Nano Nagle Place or online at www.branchingout.ie thnaks to the support of the Heritage

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39:31

Branching Out - Sr Marie Therese King, George's Hill

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/09/28

We’re delighted to launch Nano Nagle Place’s latest temporary exhibition, Branching Out – Presentation Convents 1775 – 1828. This year’s exhibition explores the spread of the Presentation Sisters across Ireland in the period before Catholic Emancipation. This interview explores the Presentation Convent in George's Hill with Sr Marie Therese King, interviewd by Dr Danielle O'Donovan. You can view our latest exhibition in Nano Nagle Place or online at www.branchingout.ie thnaks to the support of the

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39:35

Branching Out - Sr Evelyn Russell, Thurles Convent

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/09/28

We’re delighted to launch Nano Nagle Place’s latest temporary exhibition, Branching Out – Presentation Convents 1775 – 1828. This year’s exhibition explores the spread of the Presentation Sisters across Ireland in the period before Catholic Emancipation. This interview explores the Presentation Convent in Thurles with Sr Evelyn Russell, interviewd by Dr Danielle O'Donovan. You can view our latest exhibition in Nano Nagle Place or online at www.branchingout.ie thnaks to the support of the Heritage

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49:58

Sr Annunciata Forde - The Story of Mitchelstown...

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/01/29

On this episode of the Nano Nagle Place podcast we chat with Sr.Annunciata Forde who joined the Presentation Order when she came through the doors of Mitchelstown Convent in October 1959. Sr. Annunciata tells us the fascinating story of the convent which opened in 1853 and closed its doors in December 2002. She also talks her own life and teaching career, which brought her to Mitchelstown, Midleton and Zimbabwe, a country in huge poverty and political strife. Enjoy the show For more information

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58:37

Sr.Mary John Staunton - The privilege of working with...

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/01/22

In this special episode we chat with Sister Mary John Staunton, a pupil of South Pres who entered the order there in 1959 and subsequently went on to spend 35 years at St. Pauls School. She chats about the early days in school and how her role model, Sister Agnes used to go out of her way to look after the very poor children. She also talks about the founding of Saint Pauls school, which looked after children with severe learning difficulties and the very special privilege that it was to look after

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52:16

Three brave women and the story of Crosshaven...

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/01/15

In this special episode of the Nano Nagle podcast, we sat down with Sr. Margaret Coleman, who chats about her 47 years at the Presentation Convent Crosshaven, Co. Cork. As well as her own personal story she talks about the three brave sisters who went to Crosshaven to start a school in 1876, the love story that assisted them, and the many changes until the convent closed its doors on the 30th September, 2015. She began as a boarding student in 1962 and joined the Presentation Order herself in

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41:57

“Bloom where you are planted” says Sr.Lillian Kaar of...

The Nano Nagle Place Podcast ·

2023/01/08

“Bloom where you are planted” is the moto that Sr.Lillian Kaar lives her life by, and her story certainly lives up to this! We sat down to chat with her at the Regina Coeli, Queen of Heaven Convent in Farranree in Cork city. She told the story of her Estonian father Joe Kaar, who found himself taking refuge in Cork and she chatted about entering the order in South Pres, teaching in Bandon and then spending six wonderful years in Peru. Her Peru experience was the foundation stone for her community

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