Exiled: Irish Writers in the 1930s
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
1d ago
The 1930s stood out as one of the most dramatic decades in modern history. Fascism was on the rise, and Europe was hurtling towards the Second World War. However, it was a peculiar time in Ireland. The Revolutionary Era was firmly in the rearview, and the optimism and hope it once inspired had long faded. Irish society was increasingly dominated by the Catholic Church and conservative political forces. This podcast delves into life in Ireland during the 1930s by examining the experiences of a series of writers. These writers were critical of Irish society, and due to their political or religi ..read more
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Time's Untold Tales: Life before clocks & Dublin's two time zones in the 1870s
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
3w ago
Telling the time in hours and minutes seems so natural that we don’t even question where it came from. However it is a pretty recent development. For most of history our ancestors didn’t have clocks and understood time itself in a very different way. In this podcast we will journey back through the centuries to explore how our ancestors measured time. Its an intriguing story. In the medieval world the length of an hour changed every day while Dublin in the 1870s had two separate time zones! WhatsApp Irish History Channel Telegram Irish History Channel Support the show and get my exclusive s ..read more
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The IRA ambush in Central Park, New York
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
1M ago
On April 13th, 1922, three IRA volunteers chased a man through Central Park in New York. In front of dozens of witnesses, they shot him four times before escaping. This event marked the culmination of an international manhunt as the IRA tracked an informer across the world. In this episode, I am joined by New York Times Senior Editor Mark Bulik. During the interview, Mark shares the intriguing story of Patrick 'Cruxie' O'Connor and why he was hunted by the IRA in 1920s New York. Follow up on the episode at my new socials. WhatsApp Irish History Channel Telegram Irish History Channel Get Mark ..read more
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Saving Ireland from Sin & Sex - Film Censorship in Ireland
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
1M ago
Through most of the 20th century, authorities in Ireland operated a strict censorship regime when it came to film. At its height, around one in every three films was censored in Ireland. The reasons for this are often hard to fathom today. Scenes that showed a dancer's legs or even a long kiss were often edited out. Allusions to sex were considered far too racy. And this was all before they even got into the films that strayed into politics or religion In this episode, I am joined by Aoife Breathnach and Lloyd Maedbh Houston to explore the very strange world of film censorship in Ireland on b ..read more
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What started The Troubles?
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
1M ago
In the late 1960s, Northern Ireland erupted into major violence, marking the opening phase of The Troubles. Over three decades, this conflict would claim thousands of lives and continues to dominate life in Ireland today. In my new exclusive supporters series, I am joined by Dr. Brian Hanley to explore how and why The Troubles began. This fascinating history begins in the 1920s when Northern Ireland was forged amid intense violence. Over six episodes, the series explores the rising tensions of the 1960s when Nationalists demanded equality and how seminal events such as the Battle of the Bogs ..read more
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Polygamy, the Pope or Politics. Why was 19th century Ireland so hostile to Mormonism?
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
2M ago
In the mid 19th century Mormonism was one of the fastest growing religions in the world. However when Mormon missionaries arrived in Ireland in 1840 they failed to establish a foothold. Over time Ireland gained a reputation as the most hostile country on earth for Mormons. This podcast explores why this was the case. The answer is the complexities of Irish identity, our relationship with Catholicism and scandals surrounding the 19th century Mormon practice of polygamy. The show starts however with the bizarre story of a 19th century Irish conman who played a role in getting the church o ..read more
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Shipwrecked: The Story of the Samson
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
2M ago
The story of the Samson is one most bizarre shipwrecks in Irish history. When this enormous sea crane ship crashed into the Irish coast, it's owners got more than they bargained for. While an RAF helicopter rescued the crew, a local man battled mountainous seas to climb aboard and claim the ship as his own! This began a 40 day saga… Check out pictures of wreck the Samson on new channels WhatsApp Irish History Channel Telegram Irish History Channel Support the show at: www.patreon.com/irishpodcast Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c ..read more
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New Geneva: Ireland's Lost City
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
2M ago
In the 1780s work began on a new city in Ireland. Called New Geneva it was designed to provide a new home for exiled revolutionaries from Switzerland. Today there are few traces of this now lost city. This masks a fascinating and dark history. When New Geneva failed, life there descended into barbarism and brutality. I have posted images of New Geneva to my new WhatsApp and Telegram channels WhatsApp Irish History Channel Telegram Irish History Channel  Key sources Whatmore, R. Terrorists, Anarchists, and Republicans: The Genevans and the Irish in Time of Revolution https://www.omahonys ..read more
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Plan 2024: It's ambitious but you can make it possible
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
2M ago
We've been on an extraordinary journey since the show launched 14 years ago. From medieval battlefields to revolutions we've shared ringside seats to some of the greatest moments in history. My plan for 2024 is to embark on an even more ambitious journey with you. All is explained in this short episode... Become a supporter www.patreon.com/irishpodcast Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more
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Forgotten: The Irish in the American West
Irish History Podcast
by Fin Dwyer
3M ago
New York, Boston, and Chicago dominate the history of Irish migration to the United States. However by 1900 one of the most Irish cities in the US was Butte Montana. Situated high in the Rocky mountains, Butte was just one of hundreds of Irish communities dotted across the American West.  Beginning back in the California Goldrush of the 1850s, tens of thousands of Irish immigrants ventured into the American West. Seeking opportunity, they were often greeted with racism and distrust. This podcast tells the stories of the men and women who forged vibrant Irish communities in the face ..read more
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