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Yarn | A Story Podcast

John Roche
Spanish Civil War
Samaritans
Suicide Prevention
Inishbofin
Paracueyas Massacre
Franco's Regime
Turkey
Silent Calls
Confidentiality
Volunteer Experience
Human Connection
Dublin
Gambling Addiction
Covid-19
Doonmore Hotel

Documentaries and dramas. Spinning yarns and unraveling them, Yarn is a podcast dedicated to storytelling at its finest. We have 29 different stories now, each in a different style. Most episodes are standalone but some bigger stories are part of a series. We've done a 3-part doc series on the history of disability, a 2-part docu-drama about a German spy in Ireland during WW2. We've taken listener... more

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[Walking tour of Kilkenny City, Ireland]

Discover Kilkenny’s Epic History on Your Own Terms! This self-guided audio walking tour is the perfect way to explore The Marble City.

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[Documentary]

[Signal Awards Winner 2025: Best Indie Podcast - Individual Episode - Bronze]

Take a trip to Inishbofin island off the west coast of Ireland. A beloved family-run hotelis making some changes.What will their regular guests think?

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[Short form interview with immersive audio]

2025 marks the 55th anniversary of the Samaritans’ presence in Ireland.

Lucy’s grandmother, Judy, dedicated 30 years as a volunteer with the organisation, offering support through their phone line. Altho... more

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[History documentary]

Pablo De Miguel tells the little known story of how Turkish diplomats saved the lives of 1,000 refugees during the Spanish Civil War’s longest siege. It involves espionage, international negotiations and murder but above all e... more

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Declan Shaw
Frequent visitor and architect with a passion for conservation
Episode: Hotel on the edge of Europe
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World-renowned interior architect and designer
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Episode: Hotel on the edge of Europe

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Excellent

    Great job John keep up the good work..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom's Rocky
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Exceptional

    Great production. Captivating Storytelling. Wonderful voice acting. This is a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SLC Film Fan '18
    United States7 years ago
  • Great show

    Yarn story podcast nails what makes podcasts great. It features true(ish) short stories and essays that inform and entertain.

    The narration style is intimate and personal. Original music and voice actors pop in and out, which adds a nice texture. A lot of the stories focus on interesting characters the narrator has met. A bare-knuckle boxing hipster and a reggae music obsessed football hooligan to name a couple. An episode called The Siren explores the tumultuous history of the narrator’s home... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrjohnroche
    Ireland7 years ago
  • Uniquely witty stories

    You never know what you’re going to get next from the Yarn podcast. Skilled storytelling and great sound design. Worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ricardo burgisco
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Mr

    Yarn Story Podcast is the weave of the future. Subscribe now for a better life. And don't forget to leave a 5 star review!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomred86
    Ireland7 years ago

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Hotel on the edge of Europe
Q: What keeps people coming back to Inishbofin and the hotel every year?
The local community's warmth and the unique, unpretentious atmosphere of the island create a sense of belonging.

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