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Candlelit Tales Irish Mythology Podcast

Candlelit Tales
Irish Mythology
Fianna
Samhain
Fionn Maccool
Cormac Mac Airt
Cú Chulainn
Táin Bó Cúailnge
Queen Maeve
Tuatha Dé Danann
Gráinne
Ulster
Ulster Cycle
Bridget Cleary
Morrigan
Diarmuid
Fianna Saga
Cuchulainn
Brigid
Ireland
Fomorians

We are a group of storytellers, performers, and musicians. We tell Irish myths to a live audience with live music. Candlelit Tales was founded by brother-sister storytelling duo Aron and Sorcha Hegarty. Driven by a passion for Irish mythology, we started retelling the stories to a near-empty room upstairs in a Dublin pub one rainy evening in November. The next week, the room was a lot less empty, ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes344Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The Fall of the Fianna Finale

Sorcha is here to tell us about the Irish King of the Gods Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. This podcast includes Sorcha's idea of what jokes are, which may be ... more

Conas taoi? How are ye? Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales podcast, where we tell Irish myths set to original music. In this episode, things go from bad to worse as the conflict between Fionn and Goll escalates beyond any hope of reconciliation, and... more

The Fallout - Fianna Saga (Irish Mythology Podcast) by Candlelit Tales

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Recent Guests

Jenny Ní Ruiseil
Musician, yoga teacher, and meditation leader
Episode: Episode 252 - Collaborations - The Song Of Amergin With Jenny Ní Ruiséil
Fancy Dan
Musician contributing to the episode
Episode: Episode 242 - Collaborations - Intoxication Of The Ulstermen With Fancy Dan
Neal Hegarty
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Episode: Episode 229 - Interview with Neal Hegarty of CreaSol Permaculture
Connie Dawson
Musician known as The Street Harpist
Episode: Episode 228 - Collaborations - The Dagda's Harp

Hosts

Sorcha Hegarty
Co-founder and storyteller; host of Candlelit Tales Irish Mythology Podcast
Aron Hegarty
Co-founder and storyteller; host of Candlelit Tales Irish Mythology Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 733 ratings
  • I’ve been looking all my life for this!

    Yes! Finally found audio that does these stories justice! Can’t wait to dive in deeper!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ponchodonkey
    United States8 months ago
  • Siblings and story

    First of thank you for the stories and all the work the entire team puts into sharing them.

    I just wanted to say how much I appreciate listening to two siblings thoughtfully discuss story, history, gender, ecology, and so much more. I love that format of a brother and sister. There’s the petty sibling stuff but also a deep love and respect. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    finnmeg30
    United States10 months ago
  • Great blend of story and discussion

    I listen to you when I go for my hour walks after work to clear my head and get fit. I love the longer podcasts that split the time between story and discussion. As an Irish-Canadian I look forward to learning more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AK YJ
    Canadaa year ago
  • Amazing story tellers

    I listen to these every day! An amazing educational podcast, keeping our stories alive. GRMA 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clúmh Dubh
    Irelanda year ago
  • Possibly my favourite podcast. Wonderful retellings of Irish mythology and folk tales, tales that are criminally underexposed. Beautiful storytelling, excellent music, great craic altogether.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    abom
    a year ago

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Many feel the live-music element and fireside storytelling create a transportive, immersive experience.
Listeners praise the high storytelling quality and engaging voices, noting the chemistry between the sibling hosts.
The format's blend of story and discussion is appreciated for education and cultural insight.

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Apple Podcasts
#228
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#153
Ireland/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#204
New Zealand/Arts

Talking Points

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Myth Moot Interview
Q: How would someone know if Myth Moot is for them?
It resonates with storytellers, artists, and land tenders who are already engaging with the world in visionary, receptive ways.
Myth Moot Interview
Q: Mara, why is it important for you now to do this kind of work?
It’s always important to reconnect with the living world and understand that all living beings are in communication. Myths help humans remember where they live and how to be in right relationship with it.
Episode 253 - Gaelic Woodland Project Chat
Q: Why are invasive species a problem in Ireland?
Invasive species, such as the Cherry Laurel, outcompete native species, dominate ecosystems, and lead to biodiversity loss, rendering many Irish forests ecologically ineffective.
Episode 253 - Gaelic Woodland Project Chat
Q: What is the Gaelic Woodland Project?
The Gaelic Woodland Project is a charity run by volunteers aiming to create a network of forests in Ireland by fundraising to buy land for reforestation.

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What is Candlelit Tales Irish Mythology Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A storytelling-focused series that blends traditional Irish myth retellings with thoughtful,Discussion-driven commentary and live music. Episodes alternate between immersive vocal-and-instrumental narratives and reflections that unpack character motivations, cultural context, and enduring themes like loyalty, leadership, love, and fate. The format—a duo of siblings delivering mythic tales with a contemporary, fireside feel and a live-score—creates a distinctive, theatrical listening experience that appeals to fans of folklore, culture, and performance storytelling. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on nuanced storytelling rather than simple plot retellings, plus a strong sense of Irish heritage conveyed through music, pacing, and banter... more

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