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The History Show

RTÉ Radio 1
Kathleen Lynn
1916 Rising
John Mccarthy
Artificial Intelligence
Ireland
Irish Citizens' Army
St. Alton's Hospital For Sick Infants
Mount Everest
Anglo-Irish Treaty
Madeleine French Mullin
Irish Catholic Church
Irish Dental Association
George Mallory
Professor John Mccarthy
University College Dublin
Social Housing
Silicon Valley
California Institute Of Technology
Stanford University
Walter Lynch

Bringing the past to life! Discover how Ireland and our world was shaped as Myles Dungan and guests explore events ranging from medieval times to the recent past. Listen live Sundays at 6pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Latest Episodes

Myles Dungan and guests explore the origins and legacy of the Ordnance Survey in Ireland. Featuring Finnian O’Cionnaith, Aengus Ó Fionnagáin, Paddy Prendergast and Catherine Porter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raphael Cormack joins Myles to discuss the mystics, miracle-workers, and spiritual showmen of the interwar years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Noel Russell joins Myles to discuss his book 'The Saved and the Spurned', which tells the story of Jews in Vienna who tried to escape to Northern Ireland just before WW2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jews who tried to escape to Northern Ireland on the eve of World War Two; and a forgotten history of the occult.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Noel Russell
Author discussing the story of Jewish refugees from Nazi-occupied Vienna.
Episode: Northern Ireland, Vienna and the Holocaust
Dr. Raphael Cormack
Assistant Professor in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures at Durham University
Durham University
Episode: Holy Men of the Electromagnetic Age: A Forgotten History of the Occult
Dr. Simon Egan
Lecturer in Medieval Irish History at Queen's University Belfast
Queen's University Belfast
Episode: Pirates, Power, and the Seas Around Medieval Ireland
Dr. Angela Byrne
Historian and author of Finding Mary, the Untold Story of an Inishown Murder, 1844
Four Courts Press
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 5th October 2025
Nicola Pierce
Author of 'Great Irish Wives, Remarkable Lives from History'
O'Brien Press
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 28th September 2025
Father Paul Lowler
Prior of San Clemente
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 28th September 2025
Gabriel Allen
Great grand-niece of Father Joseph Mululli
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 28th September 2025
Dr. Gareth Prendergast
A serving colonel and head of strategic force design in the Irish Defence Forces with over 30 years of experience in military strategy.
Irish Defence Forces
Episode: How the Free State Won The Irish Civil War
Sean Delap
History teacher and principal at Colostha e Sagan, author of numerous history textbooks.
Colostha e Sagan
Episode: Leaving Certificate History

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Myles Dungan
Host of The History Show, known for engaging discussions on historical topics.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 291 ratings
  • Bad Start to New Series

    I have been looking forward to the new series and this is the topic-The Gaeltacht Civil Rights. Seriously? What is the production team thinking??

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States8 months ago
  • Nasty Presidential Elections

    Most entertaining episode in quite some time and certainly better than any of the drivel that they feed to us over here in the U.S.

    Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mallarie121
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast, essential weekly listening

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Nacho Man Candy Cabbage
    3 years ago
  • Great podcast, essential weekly listening

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Nacho Man Candy
    3 years ago
  • Fascinating History Podcast

    I’ve been listening to this gem of a show for years. The show focuses on Irish history and the stories of Irish people both at home and abroad, but does a wonderful job showing the connections to European, American, and world history. As an American, I was surprised by how interesting and relevant these stories are to me. Myles and team always bring fascinating stories to the table, covering both large historical events but also personal, local, and little known stories. Always intriguing an... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Winston Mandolin
    United States3 years ago

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Overall, there is a strong positive sentiment towards the educational value provided by the discussions.
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Some suggest that certain themes can become repetitive over time, expressing a desire for more diverse subjects.
Listeners appreciate the variety of historical topics and the engaging storytelling approach.

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#31
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#219
Brazil/History

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Full Show Podcast - 5th October 2025
Q: What about the investigation and then the subsequent trial?
The investigation was rudimentary, relying on eyewitness testimony due to the absence of modern forensic methods.
Full Show Podcast - 5th October 2025
Q: Did he or did he not rape her?
Authorities found no sign of sexual offense despite a claim made in jail regarding the murder.
Full Show Podcast - 5th October 2025
Q: How do they survive?
They are mostly small farmers, but the family Mary worked for had better farming conditions.
Full Show Podcast - 5th October 2025
Q: So, when did you first come across the story of Mary Doherty?
Dr. Angela Byrne found it while browsing historic newspapers after moving back to Donegal.
Finding Mary: The untold story of an Inishowen murder, 1844
Q: How does Angela reflect on the justice system handling the case?
She explains that it was rudimentary, largely dependent on eyewitness testimonies and circumstantial evidence, lacking modern investigative techniques.

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Exploring a wide range of topics related to both Irish history and its broader global connections, the content draws from various perspectives, providing insights into significant events and figures from medieval times up to the contemporary era. Noteworthy themes include education, migration, and political dynamics that have shaped Irish identity, intertwining narratives from personal experiences to larger historical movements. The engaging approach of the host and guests aims to not only recount historical facts but also to connect them to ongoing discussions about identity and memory, making the episodes both informative and reflective for listeners seeking deeper understanding of history.

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The History Show launched 15 years ago and published 102 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. Noel Russell
2. Dr. Raphael Cormack
3. Dr. Simon Egan
4. Dr. Angela Byrne
5. Nicola Pierce
6. Father Paul Lowler
7. Gabriel Allen
8. Dr. Gareth Prendergast

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