192. Fender Jackson: Introducing 'The Ireland Podcast'
Máirtín Ó Muilleoir encouraged Fender to share a selection of episodes on Irish Echo and Andersonstown News, showcasing the generosity of everyone who contributed their time and stories. These narratives form a mosaic of Ireland: its past, its present, and the living connections that stretch across the globe.We thought it would be good to put together an episode that crystallises what The Ireland Podcast is as well as its origin story.. which dates back more than 100 years!Sincere thanks to Máirtín for this opportunity.Relevant Linkshttps://belfastmedia.com/atownhttps://www.irishecho.com/https://www.ria.ie/collections/archival-collections/heron-papers/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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191. Rónán Ó Dochartaigh: Oideas Gael Course Manager - Part 1
A continuation of the celebration of Oideas Gael: Rónán Ó Dochartaigh, Course Manager of Oideas Gael, chats about its offerings, the rise of Irish language learning, and the unique culture of Glencolmcille, touching on immersion, Gaeltacht life, and the growing appeal of Gaeilge today.Conversation includes: introductions; activated parts of brain; Scoil Samhraidh (Language and Culture Summer School) and some of the lessons therein; the growing popularity of Oideas Gael over the years; Rónán’s journey to his current position; the impact of Covid; Gaeilge sa bhaile (Irish at home); fág an bealach (get out of the way); Gaeltacht definition and their places in Ireland; Ráth Chairn and Baile Ghib in Meath; Slaughtneil and West Belfast; pop up Gaeltachts; Údarás na Gaeltachta; different levels of the courses; tumadh (immersion); the types of people who do the course; the Glencolmcille area; the different dialects of Irish; Michael Healy-Rae vs. Jim McGuinness; the influence of the Normans; teacher; (2025) prices; accommodation; getting here and other topics.Linkswww.oideasgael.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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190. Eibhlis Farrell agus Ray McManus: Ceol Agus Craic
190. Eibhlis Farrell agus Ray McManusRay McManus (piano) and Eibhlis Farrell (fiddle) take us on a bilingual musical journey around Ireland, presenting a vibrant mix of tunes and songs from some of the counties across the island. The evening begins with an introduction by Rónán Ó Dochartaigh.This performance was part of the entertainment programme for the Irish Language Summer Course 2025, recorded on Tuesday, 29 July 2025.Counties and music featured:1. Corcaigh (Cork): Carolan's Draught2. Tiobraid Árann (Tipperary): Sliabh na mBan3. Fear Manach, Ard Mhacha, Liatroim (Fermanagh, Armagh agus Leitrim): Planxty Maguire: Planxty Maguire / O’Rourke’s Feast4. Tír Eoghain (Tyrone):The Mountains Of Pomeroy5. Luimneach (Limerick):Slán Le Máigh6. Baile Átha Cliath / An Dún (Dublin / Down):The Foggy Dew7. Port Láirge (Waterford)Sliabh Geal gCua8. CasablancaÓ Lá Go Lá (As Time Goes By)9. Loch Garman (Wexford)Boolavogue10. An Dún (Down):In Onóir Naomh Bronagh (Eibhlis Farrell)11. Sligeach (Sligo):Planxty Loftus Jones Special thanks to Ray, Eibhlis and all at Oideas Gael for making this episode possible.Linkswww.oideasgael.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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189. Liam Ó Cuinneagáin: Oideas Gael - Part 2
Former teacher and Oideas Gael founder Liam Ó Cuinneagáin shares the story of how he grew the Irish language and cultural learning centre into one of the most successful and well-attended institutions in any of Ireland’s Gaeltacht regions. This is the concluding and second part. Conversation includes: starting up the first Irish language courses with Seosamh Watson; Liam being separated physically from the Troubles in the six counties; the first people on the early courses; Fr. McDyer’s Irish levels; John Heron; Downings; the immersive system of learning; the structure of the day; Milwaukee Irish Fest; World Trade Center Bombing 1993; Patrick Campbell; why people are attracted to coming to Oideas Gael; the quality of the teaching staff; Siobhán Ní Churraighín; Rónán Ó Dochartaigh; the topography of the west of Ireland; Brendan Lyons and the International Fund for Ireland; acquiring the land on which to build the school; Máire Brennan; Mary McAleese attending the course during her presidency; Ray McManus; Foras Na Gaeilge; Daniel O’Donnell and Mary McAleese breaking and entering into Oideas Gael; dealing with banks; Broca's area; Enjoy Irish! by Eithne Ní Ghallchobhair; Gael Linn and other topics.Music in the background from Eibhlis Farrell and Ray McManus in rehearsal as well as the sean-nós singing class of Gearóidín Breathnach which were happening in two classrooms concurrently.Recorded on Tuesday 29th July 2025 - 2 days after Donegal competed against Kerry in the All-Ireland football final.Linkshttp://www.oideas-gael.com188. Liam Ó Cuinneagáin: Oideas Gael - Part 1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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188. Liam Ó Cuinneagáin: Oideas Gael - Part 1
Former teacher and Oideas Gael founder Liam Ó Cuinneagáin shares the story of how he grew the Irish language and cultural learning centre into one of the most successful and well-attended institutions in any of Ireland’s Gaeltacht regions. Part one centres largely around the amazing partnership between Fr. McDyer and Liam’s father Willie Ó Cuinneagáin formed which transformed the area. Conversation includes: introductions; early life; education; studying psychology in UCD; Máirtín Ó Muilleoir; Seosamh Watson; connecting his Uncle Mickey and other family members in USA; Prof. Breandán MacSuibhne; Gleann Cholm Cille; Fr. James McDyer; Tory Island; McDyer bringing a weaving market into the area in 1950s; Willie Ó Cuinneagáin; Glencolmcille Folk Village; debating teams; Mansholt Plan; The Ireland House; Tom O’Donnell; Dean Charles Gray-Stack; Michael John Sweetman; Irish Press vs. Irish Independent; Éamon de Valera and other topics.Music in the background from Eibhlis Farrell and Ray McManus in rehearsal as well as the sean-nós singing class of Gearóidín Breathnach which were happening in two classrooms concurrently.Recorded on Tuesday 29th July 2025 - 2 days after Donegal competed against Kerry in the All-Ireland football final.Relevant Linkshttp://www.oideas-gael.com/189. Liam Ó Cuinneagáin: Oideas Gael - Part 2Additional Linkshttps://www.dib.ie/biography/mcdyer-james-daniel-a5652https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Fr+McDyer%2C+Glencolmkille+Folk+Village Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Ireland Podcast is a celebration of arguably the coolest island on the planet. It is a force for good for all four provinces of the island, and beyond! Launched in October 2023 The Ireland Podcast is hosted by Northern Ireland born Fender Jackson and produced by Salthill Media. Please help secure the future of The Ireland Podcast by sharing and rating favourably. For more information please visit www.theirelandpodcast.com. Celebrate the island! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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