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The Irish History Show

Cathal Brennan and John Dorney
Irish Civil War
Ireland
Ulster Plantation
Casualty Figures
Desmond Rebellions
Death Registries
Sectarian Violence
Tudor Conquest
Dublin
Nine Years War
University College Cork
Civilians
Mcmahon Murders
Sinn Féin
1923 General Election
Munster
Henry VIII
Elizabeth I
Hugh O'neill
Treaty Of Malefont

The Irish History Show is presented and produced by Cathal Brennan and John Dorney. The show looks at many different aspects of Irish history with expert guests from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines.

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On this episode of the Irish History Show, John was joined by Tomás MacConmara to discuss his book Days of Hunger, the Clare Volunteers and the Mountjoy Hunger strike of 1917.

The book deals with the events of 1917 culminating in the death of Volunt... more

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On this episode of the Irish History Show we spoke to Dr. Spencer Jones about the Boer War. The Boer War, also known as the Second Boer War, was a conflict fought between the British Empire and the Boer Republics of the Orange Free State and the Tra... more

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On this episode of the Irish History Show we spoke to Colonel Gareth Prendergast about his new book, Clear, Hold, Build: How the Free State won the Irish Civil War.

He discussed how the National Army defeated the Anti – Treaty IRA using the counter ... more

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On this episode of the Irish History Show we spoke to Professor Neil Davison and Vincent Altman O’Connor about the Irish – Jewish politician Albert L. Altman. We explored the idea that Altman is a possible inspiration for Leopold Bloom, the protagon... more

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Dr. Spencer Jones
Senior Lecturer in Armed Forces and War Studies at the University of Wolverhampton
University of Wolverhampton
Episode: 112 The Boer War
Gareth Prendergast
Colonel and author of 'Clear, Hold and Build'
Irish Defence Forces
Episode: 111 Clear Hold Build
Vincent Altman O'Connor
Descendant of Albert Altman and an expert on the Joyce-Altman connection
Episode: 110 Leopold Bloom and Albert Altman
Professor Neil Davison
Professor at Oregon State University specializing in Irish literature and its Jewish connections
Oregon State University
Episode: 110 Leopold Bloom and Albert Altman
Dr. Pádraig Ó Ruairc
Historian focused on the Irish Revolution and author of 'Burn Them Out'
Author and Historian
Episode: 108 Fascism and the Far Right in Ireland
Chris Mullin
Journalist, author and former Labour Party MP for Sunderland South
Former MP for Sunderland South
Episode: 103 The Birmingham Six
Dr. Michael Flavin
Academic at the School of Global Affairs, King's College, author, and novelist
King's College London
Episode: 103 The Birmingham Six
Dr. Edward Burke
Assistant Professor in the History of War since 1945 at University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Episode: 102 The McMahon Murders
Dr. Aidan Beatty
Lecturer in the History Department of Carnegie Mellon University and author of 'The Party is Always Right.'
Carnegie Mellon University
Episode: 101 Gerry Healy and the Workers Revolutionary Party

Hosts

Cathal Brennan
Co-presenter and producer, known for insight into various aspects of Irish history.
John Dorney
Co-presenter with a focus on engaging historical discussions and expert interviews.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 358 ratings
  • It’s Like a Box of Chocolates

    You never know what your going for get from the Irish History Show, but it’s always good. Give it a try.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grokking444
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent and informative

    The podcast covers a wide range of Irish history from the medieval to current period

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Laura the reader
    United States9 months ago
  • Medium mismatch

    Excellent content. Terrible sound. Sadly a persistent condition on this show. Surely radio.ie can provide a sound engineer. Pretty please!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RUTweiler
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super Irish History podcast

    Fantastic Irish history podcast , very well researched and told in an interesting and entertaining way ,keep up the great podcasts.

    Sean Yonkers New York

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Irish gal 333
    United States2 years ago
  • TREMENDOUS!

    Well produced, researched and presented! Informative, historically accurate and it shines the light of history on underreported aspects of Irish history throughout the ages!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slanebrain
    United States2 years ago

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Widely praised for its depth and research quality, offering insightful analyses of lesser-known historical events.
Listeners appreciate the engaging presentation style of the hosts, making complex topics accessible and interesting.
There are occasional criticisms regarding the audio quality, though this has not overshadowed the overall positive reception.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

112 The Boer War
Q: Can you explain for the listeners, who were the Boers?
The Boers were descendants from Dutch colonists who settled in Cape Colony, now known as South Africa, and developed a distinct identity and culture.
111 Clear Hold Build
Q: How likely was it that the guerrilla war could have toppled the Free State?
It was fairly likely, but the IRA continuously alienated themselves from the population, which would impair their support.
111 Clear Hold Build
Q: As a soldier rather than a historian, how damaging was it to the anti-treaty side that they didn't hold territory?
Losing Dublin was a huge loss that significantly altered the dynamics of the war.
111 Clear Hold Build
Q: Could you tell us why you wanted to write the book Clear, Hold and Build?
I aimed to illustrate what actually allowed tactical victories to turn into strategic success in the Irish Civil War through insights on counterinsurgency.
108 Fascism and the Far Right in Ireland
Q: What connects the disparate groups of far-right activists in Ireland?
Common elements include extreme conservative ethno-nationalism, conspiratorial thinking, and anti-Semitism.

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Focusing on various facets of Irish history, each episode offers in-depth discussions featuring expert guests from diverse fields. Topics range from significant military conflicts, such as the Boer War and the Irish Civil War, to cultural analyses of literature and historical figures. Notably, episodes also dissect complex themes around nationalism, identity, and the socio-political climate of Ireland throughout history. The commitment to addressing both well-known and obscure events makes the content engaging for history enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

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The Irish History Show launched 11 years ago and published 113 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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Recent guests on The Irish History Show include:

1. Dr. Spencer Jones
2. Gareth Prendergast
3. Vincent Altman O'Connor
4. Professor Neil Davison
5. Dr. Pádraig Ó Ruairc
6. Chris Mullin
7. Dr. Michael Flavin
8. Dr. Edward Burke

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