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The Echo Chamber from Tortoise Shack

Tortoise Shack Media
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Ireland’s original independent left leaning news, politics, and culture podcast that doesn’t take itself too seriously and still punches well above its weight. Join critically acclaimed & derided hosts, Martin McMahon and Tony Groves as they delve into the news of the day, pull apart the spin and challenge you to be an activist. This is the non-corporate, ad free, non-plastic-podcast reality that ... more

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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Tortoise Shack podcast, Tony is rejoined by writer, commentator and activist, Emma DeSouza to analyse the recent riots, racially motivated violence and social unrest in Northern Ireland. Emma explor... more

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Tortoise Shack special, Tony speaks with writer, columnist, community advocate and Belfast woman, Elaine Crory about the recent riots in the city, community resilience in the face of political failu... more

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Time and time again, the disabled and carer community are left behind. When the Government found over 700m for the fuel protests, while saying they couldn't pay out an emergency 145m cost of disability paym... more

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack This Reboot Republic Podcast, is a deep dive into the environmental and societal impacts of data centres and AI development in Ireland. Rory and Dr Ciaran O'Carroll analyse the rapid expansion of data centr... more

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Recent Guests

Arwa Alzraiy
PhD candidate at the University of Durham; Palestine/Gaza researcher and educator
University of Durham
Episode: Gaza: My Students Keep Me Going – A Teacher Speaks
Adam SpiceBag Doyle
Founder/Coordinator of a Gaza education initiative linked to Hind Rajab Center
Onad Hind Rajab / Gaza education center
Episode: Adam SpiceBag Doyle – You Can’t Let Apathy Win
Philip O'Connor
Journalist, writer and advocate
The Echo Chamber / Tortoise Shack
Episode: On Violence and Justice for Yves Sakila
James Leonard
Special guest, advocate for formerly incarcerated leaders and founder of a transnational network of justice-based initiatives
Global Freedom Consultancy Agency / Incarceration Nation Network
Episode: James Leonard – Building Community from the Bottom Up and Getting a Seat at the Table
Hussam Tannera
English language teacher, translator, and father
Gaza City resident
Episode: Being a Father is My Most Important Role
Elaine Crory
Commentator, writer with the Irish News, occasional with the Irish Times
Irish News
Episode: You Were Elected, Now Do Your Job
Malak Hijazi
Palestinian researcher specialized in memory and spatial studies
Doha Institute (master's in Comparative Literature) / Gaza
Episode: The First Draft of History
Rob Cass
Community development professional behind 1 Million Homes project
1millionhomes.ie
Episode: One Million Homes
Kieran Cunningham
Sports journalist with a focus on boxing and crime
Irish crime and boxing journalist
Episode: Journalism, Boxing, Daniel Kinahan and Why Everything is Upside Down

Hosts

Tony Groves
Host of The Echo Chamber, co-host on the episode repertoire; leads discussions with sharp policy critique and engaging banter.
Yusuf El-Jamal
Co-host and organizer, often guiding conversations with on-site insights from Dublin and Ireland.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 441 ratings
  • Disappointed Return

    Took a break and cancelled subscription. Returned and nothing has changed, improved or proved tolerable

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nuacht6
    Ireland2 years ago
  • So Good

    I want to leave this review as this podcast is hugely underratted. The consistency of the guests, the output and the bbetween the lads is all great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JC SuperStarr
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Fantastic Pod!

    Hup Tony and Martin for doing what no one else does.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tabbytoframea
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Nothing like it

    Seriously the only podcast that I come back to time and time again for proper coverage of issues. Drives me mad that it's so under appreciated. Sometimes they don't help themselves, but that's why it can be great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tech Bro 77
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Gotten Better and Better

    Saw Vinny B asking about what public service broadcasting meant nowadays. Well it means this podcsst. unreal diversity, no bullshift, experts and people who just give a crap.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Polly Popcorn99
    Ireland3 years ago

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The show is seen as a go-to for understanding Irish issues with a broader global lens.
Listeners value in-depth, no-spin conversations and guest diversity.
Some listeners feel it can be uneven at times but remains a trusted source for nuanced coverage.
Hosts mix humor with hard-hitting policy critique, keeping topics engaging.

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Apple Podcasts
#230
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#22
Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#65
Ireland/News
Apple Podcasts
#182
Mexico/News/Politics

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

James Leonard – Building Community from the Bottom Up and Getting a Seat at the Table
Q: What about community-based approaches to sentencing and rehabilitation in Ireland—are we ready for that conversation?
The guest argues for shifting toward community-based sanctions and rehabilitation, while acknowledging capacity constraints in prisons; emphasizes investing in detox, education, and mental health as necessary components of reform.
James Leonard – Building Community from the Bottom Up and Getting a Seat at the Table
Q: Was there any commonality in the turning points that helped people like you and your peers turn their lives around?
James notes that turning points often involve a combination of supportive relationships, access to education and services, and opportunities to contribute positively, rather than relying on sheer personal bootstrap efforts.
James Leonard – Building Community from the Bottom Up and Getting a Seat at the Table
Q: How do you find the politics of it and navigating that now in that role?
James explains that he interviews politicians to understand the world from within the system, sees many politicians as decent people who view issues through different lenses, and uses that insight to advocate effectively from the ground up.
The First Draft of History
Q: What does it mean to work as a journalist when places and memories are being erased?
It means bearing responsibility to document voices, preserve narratives, and provide platforms for people to describe their own experiences, ensuring history is recorded from those who live it.
The First Draft of History
Q: Malak, how has your background in literature influenced your approach to journalism in Gaza?
Her transition from literature to journalism grew from a desire to give voice to people directly affected by the crisis, using storytelling and memory to document experiences rather than merely recount statistics.

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What is The Echo Chamber from Tortoise Shack about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show leans into left-leaning analysis of current events, politics, and culture with long-form conversations that challenge mainstream narratives. Episodes blend sharp policy critique with interviews from academics, journalists, activists, and policymakers, often connecting Irish and international issues—from housing and taxation to Gaza and global aid—through a pragmatic, activism-oriented lens. A standout trait is the mix of rigorous analysis and candid, sometimes humorous banter, making complex topics accessible without losing depth. Listeners can expect thoughtful disagreements, data-driven takes, and human stories that illuminate policy impact on everyday life, all delivered with a distinct, non-corporate ethos and a focus on change... more

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2. Adam SpiceBag Doyle
3. Philip O'Connor
4. James Leonard
5. Hussam Tannera
6. Elaine Crory
7. Malak Hijazi
8. Rob Cass

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