
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 tha... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 446 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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In the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, lions, tigers and even elephants toured towns and cities across Ireland. Long before modern zoos, travelling menageries brought wild animals from across the globe into marketplaces, fairgrounds a... more
While the Roman Empire conquered much of western Europe and established a powerful presence in Britain, Ireland remained beyond its grasp. But why?
In this episode, I am joined by Dr Jacqueline Cahill Wilson to explore how Ireland interacted with t... more
The Ulster Special Constabulary was one of the most controversial forces in modern Irish history. Formed amid the violence and uncertainty of the early 1920s, it was viewed by many nationalists as a sectarian militia, while in parts of the unionist c... more
Each February Ireland celebrates St Brigid, one of the most beloved figures in Irish history. She is woven into the landscape, the calendar and the culture, yet a simple question hangs over her story. Did she ever really exist?
You may recall a very... more
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Spectacular, informative, beautifully paced, professional. This 3 episode series is one of the very best I have heard.
I’m 64 and I remember the B specials , I remember them sticking their gun out of the spire of the Big Church in Lurgan . I remember my mother having nightmares about them beating her children. They didn’t go away you know, they morphed into the UDR . Well done Finn , let’s have a series’s on collusion please
Brigid *was* a Neolithic goddess in Europe, including the British Isles in ancient times. Her name, Brid or Bride as the Scots call her, is found in countless place names, even possibly including “Britain.” The Briganti for one was a goddess-worshipping tribe in Switzerland, where her name lives on well beyond Ireland. Odd of you, an Irish historian, to disavow this amazing if mysterious heritage.
Fin is a true historian and storyteller. As a 57 year old son of Irish immigrants, I am disappointed that I knew so little about the history of my homeland and family. I think it is not uncommon to not talk about the past, particularly when it was a tough one. Fin is helping me make up for lost time.
This podcast is phenomenally well researched. I love all the firsthand accounts throughout. Keep up the great work!
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With a captivating exploration of Ireland's rich history, this podcast covers a wide array of topics from the Norman Invasion through the Revolutionary War, the Great Famine, and the Troubles. Each episode features meticulously researched narratives that bring historical events to life, focusing on key characters and their impact on the fabric of Irish society. Listeners can expect both multi-part series on major historical themes and standalone interviews with notable historians discussing diverse subjects such as medieval practices and infamous crimes. The storytelling approach makes it engaging for history enthusiasts and casual listeners alike, making it a unique resource for those wanting to gain deeper insights into Irish heritage.
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Recent guests on Irish History Podcast include:
1. Patrick Mulroe
2. Leanne Calvert
3. Fergus Kennedy
4. Angela Byrne
5. Catherine O'Flaherty
6. Jerry O'Grady
7. Joseph O'Connor
8. Maria Ball
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