The Parting Glass

• "Most of what you hear in the Dail is scripted. That's what annoys me" Richard Boyd Barrett

  🎉 SPECIAL EPISODE – THE PARTING GLASS TURNS 6 MONTHS! 🎉🚀 Six months, 24 stories, and powerful conversations later… we’re just getting started!To mark this milestone, we’re bringing you one of our most compelling episodes yet – a raw and honest conversation with Richard Boyd Barrett. Known for his fearless activism and fierce passion for justice, Richard opens up like never before.💡 In this deeply personal and powerful chat, he shares:🔥 Learning from an early age that he was adopted – and later discovering his birth mother was none other than legendary actress Sinéad Cusack🔥 The incredible twist of fate – his mam used to do Sinéad's hair, neither knowing their true connection🔥 His journey to Israel in 1987, witnessing firsthand the persecution of the Palestinian people during the First Intifada – a defining moment in his activism🔥 His love of punk music, Damien Dempsey, and Christy Moore, and why he admires them for always calling out social injustices through their music🔥 His unwavering fight for a fairer Ireland and what still drives him every dayThis is not just a political chat—it’s a story of identity, discovery, and lifelong activism.Thank you to everyone who’s tuned in, supported, and shared The Parting Glass Podcast over the past 6 months. Here’s to many more! 🍻🎧 Listen now📲 Tag a mate who needs to hear this one!#ThePartingGlassPodcast #6MonthsStrong #RichardBoydBarrett #SinéadCusack #Palestine #PunkMusic #ChristyMoore #DamienDempsey #IrishPolitics #SocialJustice #NewEpisode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• "I fully believed he was going to kill me that night" Sarah Grace

  This week, we sit down with Sarah Grace , who bravely shares her harrowing journey of survival after experiencing a violent sexual assault by an intruder in her apartment in 2019. The perpetrator was a stranger. In this deeply moving episode, Sarah opens up about the night that changed her life, the aftermath of trauma, and her long road to healing. She speaks candidly about the impact on her mental health, the struggles with shame and fear, and the strength it took to seek justice and reclaim her life.Her story is one of unimaginable pain and hope. Prepare to feel pure rage of the humiliation and barbaric way victims have to navigate the old legal system to get justice. Sarah is sharing her truth not just for herself, but for anyone who has ever felt silenced, ashamed, or alone.Through her Instagram account @busywarrioryoga, she shares motivational content, tips on healing, and yoga tutorials.Buy Sarah's book >>>https://obrien.ie/sarah-grace If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, please reach out for support. You are not alone. Help is available:📞 Rape Crisis Centre 24/7 Helpline: 1800 77 88 88📞 Women's Aid: 1800 341 900📞 Samaritans (24/7 Support): 116 123Let’s break the silence, support survivors, and create a world where no one suffers in silence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• "A woman shouldn't feel unsafe in her own home." Jason Poole

  💔 JENNIE'S LAW: A CALL FOR CHANGE 💔In April 2021, Jennifer Poole’s life was stolen by the very person she once trusted. A devoted mother, sister, and healthcare worker, Jennifer’s kindness touched everyone who knew her. But behind closed doors, she faced a hidden horror, one that cost her everything.Her killer had 13 previous convictions for violence, including domestic abuse. Yet Jennifer never knew.Now, her brother Jason Poole is fighting for Jennifer’s Law—a domestic violence register to protect women from repeat offenders, just like Clare’s Law in the UK.🔴 Why should victims be left in the dark?🔴 Why do abusers get to hide their past?🔴 How many more lives must be lost before we act?Jason kindly joined me on to share Jennifer’s story, his fight for justice, and how we can all help ensure no family endures this pain again.🎧 Listen now & stand with us in demanding change.💡 If you or someone you know needs support, help is available:📞 Women’s Aid: 1800 341 900 (24/7)📞 Men’s Aid Ireland: 01 554 3811📞 Safe Ireland: Find local services at www.safeireland.ie📞 Garda Confidential Line: 1800 666 111#JennifersLaw #JusticeForJennifer #EndDomesticViolence #ThePartingGlassPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• "Everyone's a photographer these days" Brian McEvoy

  🎙️ 📸 This week on The Parting Glass Podcast, we rolled out the red carpet for one of Ireland’s most iconic & legendary press photographers—Brian McEvoy from Goatstown! ✨For over 30 years, Brian has been capturing unforgettable moments, from red carpets to major PR events. 📷✨Following in his father’s footsteps, photography isn’t just his job—it’s a family legacy. 🧔🏻👦🏼In this episode: 🔑 How Brian got hooked on photography 🎞️📍 The story behind his big break 🚀👨‍👦 His hopes for a third generation of McEvoy photographers 📷🎥 Plus... why you might recognize him from TV! 👀Brian’s stories are as captivating as his photos—you don’t want to miss this one! 🎧🍀 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• "You need to have 5 symptoms to be diagnosed. I had 16" Shauna Halpin

  In this episode we meet Shauna Halpin, 27, from Ballymun, Dublin—a Special Needs Assistant (SNA) who fought a 10-year battle with mental health and crippling pain before finally getting diagnosed with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder).From admitting herself to Vincent’s Psychiatric Hospital, losing friends, her job, and her beloved GAA, to feeling like a shell of herself and contemplating suicide, Shauna has been through it all and faced dark times at such a young age. But today, after starting HRT just a few months ago, she is loving life and determined to raise awareness about this condition.She’s on a mission to push for more education in schools on PMDD so others don’t have to suffer in silence. Her story is raw, powerful, and truly inspiring. 💛Big thanks to Ray Corcoran from Sparks Will Fly Podcast who co-hosted the episode and introduced me to the amazing Shauna. Thanks to Tony @the Tortoise Shack for the cuppa and set up ...yupppListen now wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧 #ThePartingGlassPodcast #PMDDawareness #MentalHealthMatters #ListenNow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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