Ireland Talks Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Joe Philpott is a Cork-born musician, songwriter and author, best known as a member of Rubyhorse, the Irish rock band that made its mark in the United States. In this episode of the Ireland Talks Podcast, Joe joins us to talk about his new book, All Roads Lead Where You Are. From growing up in Cork and his years with Rubyhorse to life in America and the experiences that inspired his writing, Joe reflects on the people, places and moments that have shaped his life. It’s a warm...

Send us Fan Mail The Burren – Landscape, People & Place A special Ireland Talks Podcast documentary featuring Tony Kirby, Sadie Chowen, Áine Bird and Brónagh O’Rourke, sharing their stories and connection to this remarkable part of Ireland. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. #IrelandTalksPodcast #TheBurren #CountyClare https://burrenperfumery.com/ https://www.burrenbeefandfarm.ie/ https://burrenbeo.com/ https://www.heartofburrenwalks.com/your-guide Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join Kevin Byrne as he chats with: 🪨 Mark Feeley – master stonemason and stone sculptor from County Roscommon, exploring traditional craftsmanship and the art of working with natural stone. 🦉 Sean Byrne – from Kildare Wildlife Rescue, discussing the vital work of rescuing, rehabilitating and protecting Ireland’s wildlife. 🌸 Fionnuala McAuley – founder of the Institute of Flowers, sharing her passion for floristry education, creativity and raising standards within the industry...

Send us Fan Mail In this edition of the Ireland Talks Podcast, we speak with music journalist and author Jon Bernstein, whose writing has appeared in Rolling Stone, The Guardian, GQ, and The Village Voice. Jon joins us to discuss What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome: The Authorized Biography of Justin Townes Earle, a deeply researched and compassionate portrait of one of the most compelling voices in modern Americana. We talk about Justin’s music, his artistic evolution, his relationship with ...

Send us Fan Mail The Chieftains may be no more, but Kevin Conneff, the man whose voice and bodhrán have been a mainstay of the band’s sound, is carrying on the tradition with the customary spring in his step. The Dublin Trio is a brand new ensemble featuring Conneff, guitarist Tony Byrne, and piper, whistle, and accordion player Joe McKenna. All three have strong pedigrees, and this collaboration bears the hallmarks of musicians whose appetites for adventure and exploration remain...