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Weird Ireland Podcast

Weird Ireland
Irish Memology
Urban Exploration
Ireland
Weird Ireland
Irish Heritage
Memes
Abandoned Buildings
Irish Stick Fighting
Shillelagh
Stick Making
Blackthorn
Weird Ireland, an Unofficial Guide To the Island
Irish Place Names
Paranormal Activity
Father Ted
Cultural Identity
St. Bridget
Paranormal Exploring
Irish Mysteries
Sex Shop

Your unofficial audioguide to Ireland

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes31Foundeda year ago
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The 1st Weird Ireland live show is going down on the 27th of April in the Sugar Club, Dublin City, Ireland.

Hope to see ye there, here's the link to grab yourself tickets:

ticketmaster.ie/weird-ireland-dublin-27-04-2026/event/180064... more

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Today me and Miles went to talk to the masked man behind Hooley Homebrew who's looking to rise up the local booze scene in Ireland plus we talk all about poitín, homebrewing, folklore and all that good stuff

Follow Hooley Homebrew:

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If you want to support this podcast you can buy me a coffee!

buymeacoffee.com/weirdireland

One of my cousins showed me Hiberno Toys on Instagram last year and I was so impressed and amused that I really wanted to meet the maker behind the page!

S... more

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I was really interested to learn about digital achievers, folk who preserve physical artefacts by scanning them to make a digital copy for posterity.

So me and Shameen went to Galway to meet Gary Dempsey of Digital Heritage Age to learn all about it... more

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Hooley Homebrew
Homebrewer and entrepreneur known for educating others about brewing.
Hooley Homebrew
Episode: Hooley Homebrew
Richard Collier
Owner of Hiberno Toys and maker of unique Irish action figures
Hiberno Toys
Episode: Hiberno Toys, action figures, and cartoons
Jamie Flannúra
Content creator and presenter passionate about Dingle and its history with Fungie the Dolphin
Dingle Sea Safari
Episode: Fungie the Dolphin & Dingle as told by Jamie Ó Flannúra
Siobhan O'Reilly
Artist, knitter, and content creator from Limerick
Siobhsknits
Episode: Pints and Purls with Siobhsknits
Emmet Byrne
Tabletop RPG designer and founder of Old Oak Games
Old Oak Games
Episode: How to make a Tabletop RPG about Irish folklore with Emmet Byrne of Old Oak Games
Colm Dalton
Publican Enemy, a pub explorer dedicated to visiting every Irish bar in the world
publicanenemy.com
Episode: Pints with Publican Enemy
Seamus McDaid
Fourth generation owner of McDaid's Football Special
McDaid's
Episode: McDaid's Football Special with Seamus McDaid
Bernard Leddy
Batoriacht instructor and practitioner of Irish stick fighting
Doyle Irish Stick Fighting
Episode: Irish Stick Fighting with Chieftain Bernie Leddy
Rebecca Brownlee
Urbexer, author, adventurer, and photographer
Abandoned NI
Episode: In the pub with 3 urbexers

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Brinsley McNamara
Host sharing his insights and engaging with guests on Irish culture and creativity.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • Weird Ireland is the best Ireland

    I found my way here from TikTok and it’s my new go to podcast for my morning commute. It’s quirky, fun and full of weird and wonderful stories about Ireland!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NaoCayasso
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hello

    I noticed that you don’t have any five-star rating

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I❤️bloxfruits
    Australiaa year ago

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Many enjoy the unique perspectives on Irish culture and highly recommend it to others.
Listeners find the show quirky and fun, often mentioning its appeal for commuting and good storytelling.

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#191
Ireland/Society & Culture

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Irish boogieing with dancer and ethnochoreologist Siobhan Butler
Q: What role does personal expression play in different dance styles?
In Shannos dancing, personal expression is pivotal, with each dancer able to interpret and perform movements uniquely, unlike the structured forms of competitive Irish dance.
Irish boogieing with dancer and ethnochoreologist Siobhan Butler
Q: How does dance differ across cultures?
While many cultures have their own movement traditions, not every culture has indigenous dance, although most places have some form of dance-like expression.
Irish boogieing with dancer and ethnochoreologist Siobhan Butler
Q: What is ethno-choreology?
It's an anthropology degree focused on culture and how humans relate to each other through dance.
Irish boogieing with dancer and ethnochoreologist Siobhan Butler
Q: How did you get into Irish dancing?
I became captivated by Riverdance when I was four or five and eventually started taking Irish dance classes after trying tap dance.
Chatcore with IX Fall$
Q: What do you find important in your music?
Rian expresses the importance of self-expression and creating music that resonates with personal experiences.

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This podcast provides an unofficial audiovisual exploration of unique and sometimes eccentric aspects of Irish culture, history, and folklore. Episodes showcase engaging conversations with various creators, artists, and local personalities who discuss their contributions to Irish heritage, from quirky toys and traditional crafts to local legends and the significance of iconic figures in Irish pop culture. Many episodes also highlight the intersection of modern and traditional elements, appealing to listeners interested in the rich tapestry of Ireland's stories and the creative processes behind them.

Listeners are likely to appreciate the blend of humor and insightful discussions, often touching on themes of community identity, cultural pri... more

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Recent guests on Weird Ireland Podcast include:

1. Hooley Homebrew
2. Richard Collier
3. Jamie Flannúra
4. Siobhan O'Reilly
5. Emmet Byrne
6. Colm Dalton
7. Seamus McDaid
8. Bernard Leddy

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