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History Ireland

History Ireland
Irish Civil War
Ireland
Fatalities Project
Éamon De Valera
Sinn Féin
War Of Independence
The 1937 Constitution
League Of Nations
St. Brigit
Finnish Civil War
Maritime Heritage
Sea Blindness
Eamon De Valera
Irish Folklore
Kildare
Oscar Traynor
Anti-Treaty
Michael Collins
Pro-Treaty
Irish History

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.

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Recorded live on Saturday 30 August ’25 @ the Electric Picnic

Admired and reviled in equal measure, Éamon de Valera was Ireland’s longest-serving taoiseach and a two-term president.

Join History Ireland editor Tommy Graham for a lively round-t... more

Recorded live on Friday 29 August ’25 @ the Electric Picnic

History Ireland editor Tommy Graham in conversation with Dan Mulhall, Irish ambassador in Washington during President Trump’s first administration.

What was Trump like? How can his su... more

(Recorded live on Wednesday 30 July ’25 @ Glasnevin Cemetery visitor centre)

Daniel O’Connell was described by his biographer Oliver MacDonagh as ‘perhaps the greatest innovator in modern democratic politics, as well as the originator of almost all... more

From the tenement collapses of the early twentieth century to the spiralling house prices of the early twenty-first, it seems that housing in Ireland has always been in a state of crisis. What were the intended and unintended consequences of twentiet... more

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David McCullagh
RTÉ journalist and documentary maker
RTÉ
Episode: Where stands Dev 50 years on?
Michael Kennedy
Executive editor of the Royal Irish Academy's Documents on Irish Foreign Policy
Royal Irish Academy
Episode: Where stands Dev 50 years on?
Deirdre Foley
Historian at Trinity College Dublin and Women's History Association of Ireland
Trinity College Dublin, Women's History Association of Ireland
Episode: Where stands Dev 50 years on?
Martin Mansergh
Political historian and commentator
Episode: Where stands Dev 50 years on?
Brian Hanley
Associate Professor of History in Trinity College, Dublin
Trinity College, Dublin
Episode: Making sense of the 2020 and 2024 general elections

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Tommy Graham
Editor of History Ireland Magazine and host of related discussions and projects

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • The host is terrible

    The host in memorialising the civil war is terrible, my god he doesn’t let the women speak more than 3 sentences without interrupting and talking over them. It’s relentless and cringeworthy. I don’t know why he feels he can do that to them constantly. You end up just listening to these women anticipating the next interruption at any moment. He sometimes interrupts them to say something they are obvious about to say, infuriating and patronising. There’s ways of having a discussion without talking... more

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    Marti Be
    Australia2 years ago
  • Another very insightful episode, thanks as always

    Podcast Addict
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    Nacho Man Candy Cabbage
    3 years ago
  • Another very insightful episode, thanks as always

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Nacho Man Candy
    3 years ago
  • Good content, terrible sound

    Interesting discussions, let down by poor audio quality. Some episodes are literally unlistenable. I am working through from the earliest shows, so perhaps the recordings will improve.

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    Just another music nerd
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Fordham Flash

    The best Irish history podcast.

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    Fordham Flash
    United States3 years ago

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There are mixed feelings about the audio quality, with some episodes noted as difficult to listen to due to sound issues.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into Irish history and find the discussions highly informative.
Many commend the engaging insights from expert guests, making historical topics accessible and entertaining.

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Making sense of the 2020 and 2024 general elections
Q: What do you think has been the biggest change in the recent election results?
The biggest change is the breaking of the old party system with Sinn Féin's significant voter support, signaling a move towards a more competitive three-party political landscape.
Iníon Dubh and Red Hugh O’Donnell
Q: What happened there?
Tomás provided an overview of the conflict during the Nine Years War involving Iníon Dubh and the tumultuous events leading to the decline of O'Donnell power.
Iníon Dubh and Red Hugh O’Donnell
Q: What does she do with this?
Matthew described how Iníon Dubh leveraged her military resources to elevate her son's status amidst the turmoil following Red Hugh's kidnapping.
Iníon Dubh and Red Hugh O’Donnell
Q: So what's the English government's response to this?
Billy explained the English Crown's long-term strategy regarding the O'Donnells and their concerns about power shifts in Ulster.
Iníon Dubh and Red Hugh O’Donnell
Q: Can I bring you in on this? So who was Iníon Dubh?
Éamonn discussed Iníon Dubh's background as a significant figure from the Lord of the Isles family in Scotland, and her influence on Irish politics and military affairs.

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What is History Ireland about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on various historical themes, this podcast presents engaging conversations about significant figures and events, spanning from ancient history to contemporary issues. Episodes often feature in-depth discussions with historians and experts tackling subjects like the Irish Civil War, housing policies in Ireland, the evolution of museums, and the complexities of political landscapes. The aim is to provide listeners with both a comprehensive understanding of past events and insight into how history influences modern society. A unique feature of this show is its effort to connect historical narratives to contemporary discussions, making the content relevant for today's audience.

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1. Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan
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3. Three Castles Burning
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5. The Troubles Podcast

How many episodes of History Ireland are there?

History Ireland launched 6 years ago and published 128 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. David McCullagh
2. Michael Kennedy
3. Deirdre Foley
4. Martin Mansergh
5. Brian Hanley

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