Fabula Celtica: A Celtic Studies Podcast
Tyler Baxter, Saoirse Ní Dhonnobháin, Michael Frim, Kevin Collins
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A general Celtic Studies podcast. We cover various topics organised into thematic seasons. Hosted by PhD candidate Tyler Baxter (University of Edinburgh) and MA student Saoirse Ní Dhonnabháin (University College Cork). The podcast aims to be accessible to general audiences, blending storytelling and scholarship. Expect to find mythology and history in equal measure. This podcast is not appropriate for children. Our logo consists of two illustrations, both taken from the Book of Ballymote, folio 2v. Music is by Kevin Collins. Editing for episodes 1-5 is by Kevin Collins and for later episodes by Tyler Baxter.
Past Co-Hosts: Kevin Collins, Michael Frim
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S1E15 S01 E15: Up the Workers
This episode was originally recorded in August 2025: apologies for the delay on getting it out!Tyler and Saoirse discuss independent freemen, dependent workers, and slaves in medieval Ireland, and…
S1E14 S01 E14: Who's your Daddy?
Tyler and Saoirse have too much fun questioning the medieval Irish patriarchy.Main topics addressed: patriarchy, misogyny, women, and children in early medieval Ireland.This episode includes sexual…
S1E13 S01 E13: The Good, the Bad, & the Poetry
We introduce a new co-host and chat about one of the most fascinating (and powerful) figures in medieval Irish society: the fili, or poet. Main topics addressed: poets, seers, praise poetry, satire,…
S1E12 S01 E12: Law and Order: Royal Victims Unit
Tyler attempts to untangle the relationship between kingship and early Irish law through depictions of crime and compensation in The Saga of Fergus Mac Léti.Main topics addressed: kingship, early…
S1E11 S01 E11: Of Kings, Kin, and Cows
Tyler provides an overview of early medieval Irish society, discussing D. A. Binchy's description of that society as "tribal, rural, hierarchical, and familiar". Main topics addressed: Irish petty…
S1E10 S01 E10: Word of Law
In last of three episodes about early Irish writing, Tyler discusses the sources for Early Irish Law (a.k.a Brehon law). He emphasises the importance of tradition, Christian influences, and the…
S1E9 S01 E09: Words on Vellum
In the second of three episodes about early Irish writing, we explore the nature of Ireland's earlies medieval manuscripts, including who wrote them, how they put them together, and the variety of…
S1E8 S01 E08: Words in Stone
In the first of three episodes about early Irish writing, we explore the fascinating myths, enigmatic history, and linguistic quirks of the stone markings known as ogam or ogham. Main topics…
S1E7 S01 E07: The Coming of the Faith
This episode surveys the earliest texts written by and about Saint Patrick, the man credited with Christianising Ireland. But is it really that simple?Main topics addressed: Saint Patrick,…
S1E6 S01 E06: Interview with a Deity
Tyler and Michael discuss the Hill of Tara and the legendary high kingship associated with it, alongside the actual history and archaeology of the site.Main topics addressed: Iron Age, Tara, sacred…
S1E5 S01 E05: Incipit Bérla Tepide
The episode title is in Latin (Incipit) and Old Irish, and translates to 'The Selected Language Begins'. Tyler and Michael discuss the legendary origins of the Irish language according to Auraicept…
S1E4 S01 E04: The Enigmatic Iron Age
Our new co-host Michael joins Tyler in exploring just what makes the Iron Age so mysterious. The enigmatic quality of the period is exemplified by the archaeology of the 'royal site' of Ulster, Emain…
S1 S01 A01: 'Sun Altar' Rediscovered? + Pod News
This is a short news and announcements episode explaining upcoming changes to the podcast and when you can expect full episodes to resume (spoiler: mid-March!)Main topics addressed: solar myth…
S1E3 S01 E03: Bronze & Iron
We look at the major features of the Bronze and Iron Age, again drawing upon the Lebor Gabála Érenn (The Book of Invasions) as our legendary touchstone. Note this episode contains reference to…
S1E2 S01 E02: Catching the Sun
Tyler and Kevin encounter the divine beings who lurk in the landscape of the Boyne Valley Neolithic burial complex, including the world-famous passage tomb, Newgrange.Note this episode contains…
S1E1 S01 E01: The First Takings of Ireland
Tyler and Kevin introduce the podcast, themselves, and our first series, 'Ancient Ireland'. We look at medieval legends about the earliest inhabitants of Ireland and compare these to what archaeology…
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Fabula Celtica: A Celtic Studies Podcast has published 16 episodes since January 2024, covering topics in History, Society & Culture.
Fabula Celtica: A Celtic Studies Podcast is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 1h 6m.
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