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The History Show

RTÉ Radio 1
Kathleen Lynn
1916 Rising
Ireland
John Mccarthy
Artificial Intelligence
St. Alton's Hospital For Sick Infants
Irish Citizens' Army
Courts Of Justice Act 1924
Anglo-Irish Treaty
Madeleine French Mullin
Irish Catholic Church
Irish Dental Association
George Mallory
Social Housing
Professor John Mccarthy
University College Dublin
Stanford University
Silicon Valley
California Institute Of Technology
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

Damian Shiels joins Myles to discuss the Irishmen who fought for the Union in the American Civil War; and whose stories are revealed in forgotten U.S. pension files.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish-Americans in the Union military; and the collapse of the Boundary Commission a century agoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc McMenamin investigates who owns Lough Foyle; then Cormac Moore and Samuel Beckton join Myles to discuss the collapse of the Boundary Commission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ultan Courtney joins Myles to discuss the shadowy police unit that hunted Michael Collins and his men during the Irish War of Independence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Damian Shields
Historian and author of 'Green and Blue', focusing on Irish Americans in the Union Military during the Civil War.
irishintheamericancivilwar.com
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Cormac Moore
Historian and author of 'The Root of All Evil', discussing the Irish Boundary Commission.
Irish Academic Press
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Dr. Samuel Bexton
Historian and author of 'The Unbroken Covenant', exploring the possibility of a nine-county Northern Ireland.
Peter Lang
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Ultan Courtney
Author of 'The Igoe Gang, The Secret War In Dublin 1920-21'
Episode: The Igoe Gang: The Secret War In Dublin 1920-21
Sara Lodge
Professor of English at the University of St. Andrews and author of 'The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective'
University of St. Andrews
Episode: The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective
Alton Courtney
Author of The Igoe Gang: The Secret War in Dublin 1920-1921
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 26th October 2025
Sarah Lodge
Professor of English at the University of St. Andrews
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 26th October 2025
Dr. Finnian O'Cionnaith
A qualified land surveyor and author of The Origin of Ireland's Ordnance Survey.
Episode: The Ordnance Survey in Ireland
Dr. Aengus Ó Fionnagáin
A lecturer in Irish at the University of Limerick who worked on the OS 200 project.
University of Limerick
Episode: The Ordnance Survey in Ireland

Host

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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Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Q: What went wrong with the Boundary Commission process?
The leak of the commission's findings caused uproar among nationalists, highlighting the perceived betrayal and limited changes to the border, resulting in significant political fallout.
Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Q: How did the Irish perceive themselves in relation to African Americans during the Civil War?
The letters show that Irish soldiers viewed themselves as racially superior to African Americans, and they didn't focus on ideological issues, but rather on their own circumstances and families.
Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Q: What was the motivation for many Irish soldiers to enlist in the American Civil War?
Many were driven by economic necessity as they faced job losses during the secession crisis, while others felt a sense of patriotism to their new country.
The Igoe Gang: The Secret War In Dublin 1920-21
Q: And did Igoe lose any members of his force to the squad or the ASU or anybody else?
While there were instances of members being killed, Igoe was successful in maintaining secrecy and protecting his unit for the most part.
The Igoe Gang: The Secret War In Dublin 1920-21
Q: Was the main aim Get Collins?
Yes, it seems that one of their main targets was indeed Michael Collins, as they came very close to capturing him on at least one occasion.

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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. Damian Shields
2. Cormac Moore
3. Dr. Samuel Bexton
4. Ultan Courtney
5. Sara Lodge
6. Alton Courtney
7. Sarah Lodge
8. Dr. Finnian O'Cionnaith

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