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Sin Scéal Eile

Poddle Audio
Ireland
Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
Mental Health
Yoga
Music
Belfast
Endometriosis
Galway
Irish Language
Cork
Galway, Ireland
Kidney Transplant
Poetry
Therapy
Mindfulness
Family
Gynecology
Women's Health
Woodturning

Sin Scéal Eile is a brand new podcast and photo series from acclaimed Irish photographer Ruth Medjber that will see her meet and chat with 365 people in one year.

All the Stories, Portraits, Podcasts and Behind the Scenes content can be experienced on our dedicated website: sinscealeile.com

Sin Scéal Eile features original field recordings and soundscapes by Ronan Lally with additional original mu... more

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Angela invited us to her home for the chats. She has a beautiful cottage, surrounded by bog, in very rural Ireland. The fire is on and the tea is flowing. She has created a slow life here, one that’s very far from her previous life. 

Angela used to ... more

Michael has a fascinating career, he is an Irish composer, writer, director and performer, and has just created a brand new opera, The Curing Line. His research techniques were above and beyond. He went out into rural communities, interviewing folk w... more

Like a lot of people, Covid changed things for Caitriona, but in a really lovely way. Her work went mostly remote, which made her really look at where she was in the world. After great consideration with her husband, they packed up their lives in Dub... more

Francis founded the Red Fox Press book publishing and gallery when he landed in Ireland from Belgium back in 2002. Shortly after he met Antic-Ham and convinced her to also move to Ireland.

Together they run the most wonderfully artistic enterprise,... more

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Recent Guests

Patrick Kennelly
Guest referenced in conversation; Irish creative/artist
Episode: 246/365: Patrick Kennelly, Wicklow
Noeleen Smyth
Botanist and expert in conservation, with leadership roles at Botanic Gardens, Dublin
Botanic Gardens, Dublin
Episode: 245/365: Dr. Noeleen Smyth, The Botanic Gardens, Dublin.
Kate Finegan
Irish actor, aerialist, and writer; leads West Meath Gothic
Episode: 243/365: Kate Finegan, Dublin
Amy De Bhrún
Author, filmmaker, and mother of neurodiverse children
MDV, filmmaker
Episode: 241/365: Amy De Bhrún, Dublin
Kalle Ryan
Spoken word performer / poet
Swedish-Irish artist
Episode: 240/365: Kalle Ryan, Electric Picnic
Claire Beck
Irish DJ and presenter introduced as a guest on the episode
DJ Claire Beck
Episode: 240/365 Claire Beck, Electric Picnic
Jade O'Doherty
Comedian and writer (guest on the episode)
Episode: 237/365: Jade O’Doherty, Dublin
Ken Binley
Production manager and broadcast professional with extensive live-event experience
Episode: 228/365: Ken Binley, Dublin
Andrea Morley
Guest; a professional with deep involvement in immigration/refugee issues (inferred from conversation)
Kilkenny, Ireland / United States context mentioned
Episode: 227/365: Andrea Morley, Kilkenny.

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Ruth Medjber
Host and creator of the podcast series

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Daily essential

    Love listening to a little bit of Ireland every day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theodora Cecil Reilly
    Irelanda month ago
  • That’s another review

    Love this follow-up to the Windows project, that blesses my home in a way only Ruth’s perspective can. Listening from the States, and enjoying the glimpses of life in Ireland.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    me2346789
    United States7 months ago
  • Pleasant chat with strangers

    What a joy to hear stories from people from all walks of life to remind us that we’re all just humans sharing human experiences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amber Ruch
    United States7 months ago

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Stories from diverse walks of life feel human and relatable.
Compelling, intimate storytelling that travels across life paths.
Authentic, artful conversations that highlight local Irish life.
Listeners value the candidness and community focus of episodes.
Hosts foster warmth and curiosity, making guests comfortable.

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228/365: Ken Binley, Dublin
Q: What keeps you motivated after twenty years in such a demanding field?
The adrenaline and the sense that the work actually reaches people—seeing the project on poster, photo, video, or live TV—drives continued participation, along with the satisfaction of solving complex logistical problems.
228/365: Ken Binley, Dublin
Q: How did you transition from the music industry to television broadcasting?
A chance encounter after the Special Olympics led to an offer to learn on the job; he started with basics like accreditation and passes, then moved into more complex live-panel work and, eventually, international broadcasting.
221/365: Jonathan Browning. Belfast, Co. Antrim
Q: How did your family react to your sexuality and your athletic life together?
Initial nervousness gave way to understanding and support, with the mother very involved in athletics and the father emotionally processing his feelings; over time the family became accepting and close.
221/365: Jonathan Browning. Belfast, Co. Antrim
Q: What age were you when you came out to your parents?
She came out to her mom first around 19-20, and then told the dad shortly after; the mom chose to tell the dad, leading to a tense but ultimately supportive family dynamic.
223/365: Ray Bonner, Belfast
Q: How has the relationship between officials and street artists changed in Belfast over time?
Officials have become more supportive, providing loose briefs, facilitating legal spaces, and commissioning murals, which helps artists gain credibility and stability.

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A thoughtful interview series centered on intimate personal stories, creativity, community, and everyday resilience. Episodes frequently explore health journeys, rural and urban Irish life, arts and crafts, immigrant and diaspora experiences, and the economics of running small ventures or artistic practices. A notable strength is the host's knack for guiding candid conversations that mix memoir, craft, and social insight, often weaving in themes of belonging, identity, and work-life balance. The show tends to spotlight diverse, locally rooted voices and creates a sense of intimate, learning-forward storytelling that can appeal to listeners seeking authentic human-interest conversations with practical takeaways for creative professionals and... more

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1. Patrick Kennelly
2. Noeleen Smyth
3. Kate Finegan
4. Amy De Bhrún
5. Kalle Ryan
6. Claire Beck
7. Jade O'Doherty
8. Ken Binley

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