Irish Gothic Podcast
Spencer Wright & Chris Patterson
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Join Spence and Chris on "Irish Gothic," a podcast exploring Ireland's myths and legends. Each episode delves into folklore, bringing ancient faeries, banshees, and Celtic warriors to life. The hosts invite listeners to uncover Ireland's past, whether they are folklore enthusiasts or new to these tales. "Irish Gothic" transports you to a realm where the supernatural intertwines with history. Please tune in for spine-tingling stories, cultural insights, and humour as they examine Ireland's darker heritage.
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Irish Gothic Bitesize | Fire and Brimstone at Duncrue
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Irish Gothic Bitesize, a short-form companion to the Irish Gothic podcast.In this episode, Spence Wright explores the work of Sam Henry, the Coleraine-born folklorist, song…
Irish Gothic Bites : The Leprechaun
Send us Fan MailWhilst Chris and Spence work away to prepare to delve into Cú Chulainn on next week’s episode, we have enlisted a very special guest to fill in this week - Spence’s daughter, Eliza.…
EPISODE TEN : LEGEND OF THE LEPRECHAUN (PART 2)
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to part two of the legend of the little green sprite, smoking a pipe and with a rainbow coming out of his *** (at least according to Chris). On this episode, Chris and…
EPISODE NINE : LEGEND OF THE LEPRECHAUN (PART 1)
Send us Fan MailThis week is part one of the mischievous tales of Ireland’s iconic little green man; he Leprechaun. A fan of a prank themselves, listen to Chris and Spence unveil the secrets of…
EPISODE EIGHT : THE SHILLELAGH, IRELAND'S FIRST WEAPON
Send us Fan MailChris and Spence are hitting each other over the head with sticks in this week’s episode of Irish Gothic….. April Fool’s ! All joking aside, on this week's episode, Chris and Spence…
S2E1 EPISODE SEVEN : ABHARTACH
Send us Fan MailVampires are … Irish !?Welcome to season two and a happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at Irish Gothic ! No, you haven’t drank too many pints of the black stuff, you read that…
Irish Gothic Bites : The Dark Hedges
Send us Fan MailThis week, Chris bites into the mystery that surrounds Ireland's Dark Hedges. Listen in to learn more about the iconic beech trees which formed the epic Kingsroad in HBO's Game of…
Irish Gothic Bites: The Good Woman
Send us Fan MailThis week, Spence takes you into the world of Thomas Crofton Croker and his book Fairy Legends and Traditions of the South of Ireland, published in 1825.The Good Woman is a…
Irish Gothic Bites: The Weeping Lake
Send us Fan MailJoin Spence in the first of our mini-episodes as we prepare for the new season later in the month. This week, we hear about an Irish Priest who meets 'The Old Gentleman' himself, the…
S1E6 EPISODE SIX : AN IRISH CHRISTMAS
Send us Fan MailHO HO HO, NOLLAIG SHONA DUIT ! Chris and Spence have donned their red (or black) Santa suits to tuck into more than just a minced pie for Irish Gothic’s first Christmas special. We’re…
S1E5 EPISODE FIVE : THE KELPIE
Send us Fan MailHaunting the lakes and streams of the Celtic isles is a malevolent shape shifting spirit : the Kelpie. Join Chris and Spence as they unlock the myths and legends which surround this…
S1E4 EPISODE FOUR : PATRICK, THE PATRON SAINT OF IRELAND
Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, Chris and Spence put down their pints of Guinness to delve into the myths and legends that surround Ireland's Patron Saint : Saint Patrick. Listen now to hear…
S1E3 EPISODE THREE : THE GIANT'S CAUSEWAY
Send us Fan MailThe Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the…
S1E2 EPISODE TWO : THE DULLAHAN, IRELAND'S HEADLESS HORSEMAN
Send us Fan MailThe Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the…
S1E1 EPISODE ONE : IRELAND, THE HOME OF HALLOWEEN
Send us Fan MailThe Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the…
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Irish Gothic Podcast has published 15 episodes since October 2024, covering topics in History.
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