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Latest Episodes

A conversation with Professor Lisa Bitel
December 18, 2024

Lisa Bitel is a Professor of Religion and a Medieval historian specializing in Britain and Ireland. and is the author of her new book 'Otherworld'. Join Chris and Lisa as they explore some favourite stories and discuss how best to contintinue the tr

The Uí Máine Project~ A Conversation with Liam Kildea, Nicola Bowes and Paula Sharkey.
December 04, 2024

Designed to protect and celebrate the unique Karst landscape of South Roscommon and its embedded mythologies and stories, the U Mine community project has grown and developed from the inspired work of three main groups, The Celtic Eye art group, the Kar

Samhain Special: Corpse Carrying For Beginners
October 31, 2024

An Acallam na nces Samhain SpecialIn this seasonal special, the Story Archaeologists compare two stories of Samhain. But what could such stories tell us about life 100 or even 1,000 years ago? Find out as the Story Archaeologists, Chrus and Isolde,

Chris’s Ramble 14: Introducing Banbha
October 27, 2024

BanbhaBanbha is one of the three D Danann sisters, daughters of Ernmas, who gave their names to the land of Ireland, riu is the best known of the the three but Banbha has another, older, and less well known story to tell. Join Chris as she celebr

Exploring Samhain: A glimpse into the past
October 20, 2024

The festival of Samhain, is one that has been celebrated, in one form or another, for a very long time. In the early Irish stories it was a time for gatherings and feasting. But how has it changed in more recent times? Join Chris as she explores The

Chris’ Ramble 12: The Rider on the River
August 27, 2024

Designed by Morgane Suquart for 'Paris 24' Olympics opening ceremony.This 'Ramble' is inpired by the silver rider on the River Seine at the Paris 24 Olympics. So join Chris as she explores the history and mythology of three great rivers, the Seine,

Chris’ Ramble 11: Romancing the Neolithic Stone
August 15, 2024

New Scientific evidence supporting the origin of the altar stone at Stonhenge supports a better understanding of the of societal connections and collaborative co-operation to be found between the communities of early neolithic farmers throughout Ireland,

Chris’ Ramble 10 ~ Stories to Remember
May 04, 2024

The SchoolsCollection | dchas.ie The National Folklore Schools Collection was compiled in 1937 with stories and memories collected with the support of schools from all over Ireland. Itis one of Ireland's unique and valuable treasures and a wonde

A Conversation with Anthony Murphy
April 25, 2024

Newgrange at Twilight ~ Anthony MurphyAnthony Murphy, is an author, journalist, astronomer and photographer. He also curates the wondeful Mythical Ireland website. Join Chris and Anthony as they explore how Irish mythological stories, supported by r

Chris Ramble 9: An Irish Winter Solstice Journey
December 30, 2023

Grianstad an Gheimhridh, the winter solstice is that special moment when the year turns and the hours of daylight, begin slowly to increase. This time of year has long been a cause for reflection and celebration. So, join Chris on yet another ramble, as