Episodes
211. Steve Mack 2: That Petrol Emotion Break Up & Adoption
Steve Mack reflects on the breakup of That Petrol Emotion and the life-changing discovery of his biological father.
208. Graham Linehan: Writer, Journalist & Activist
A long-form conversation with Graham Linehan on free speech, media, and public debate.
205. Steve Vai: Guitarist - Part 1
Steve Vai reflects on Frank Zappa, virtuosity, and self-doubt, tracing the musical ideas that shaped his early career in Part 1 of a two-part conversation.
202. Jah Wobble's Invaders Of The Heart: Metal Box - Rebuilt In Dub
Jah Wobble reflects on music, creativity, and the legacy of Invaders of the Heart.
199. Fr Bernárd Lynch: Priest, Author & Activist
Fr Bernárd Lynch discusses faith, activism, writing, and social justice.
196. London Irish Centre: 70th Anniversary
A celebration of the London Irish Centre marking its 70th anniversary.
193. Rónán Ó Dochartaigh: Oideas Gael Course Manager - Part 2
Part two of a conversation with Rónán Ó Dochartaigh on Oideas Gael and Irish language learning.
190. Eibhlis Farrell agus Ray McManus: Ceol Agus Craic
Eibhlis Farrell and Ray McManus discuss music, collaboration, and creative life.
187. Erin Lawlor: Painter
Painter Erin Lawlor discusses her artistic practice and influences.
184. Michael Moloney: Galway Racecourse CEO - Part 2
Part two of a conversation with Michael Moloney on Galway Racecourse.
210. Steve Mack: That Petrol Emotion to R.E.M. and Nirvana
Steve Mack (That Petrol Emotion) on joining the band, the 1980s music scene, and the stories behind the music.
207. Bill Laswell: Producer
Producer Bill Laswell discusses the making of Album (1986) by Public Image Ltd - recording with Tony Williams, Ginger Baker, Steve Vai and others.
204. Jane O’Leary: Musician - Part 2
Part two of a conversation with musician Jane O’Leary, exploring her creative life and musical journey.
201. Karl MacDermott: Comedy Writer & Performer
A conversation with Karl MacDermott on comedy, writing, and performance in Ireland.
198. Gerry McAvoy: Photo-Finish & Joe Bonamassa
Gerry McAvoy reflects on Photo Finish, Joe Bonamassa, and life in music.
195. Alastair Campbell: Good Friday Agreement
Alastair Campbell reflects on the Good Friday Agreement and political leadership.
192. Fender Jackson: Introducing 'The Ireland Podcast'
Fender Jackson introduces The Ireland Podcast and its ethos.
189. Liam Ó Cuinneagáin: Oideas Gael - Part 2
Part two of a conversation with Liam Ó Cuinneagáin on Oideas Gael.
186. Emer Cooke: Executive Director, European Medicines Agency
Emer Cooke discusses leadership at the European Medicines Agency.
183. Malachi Cush: Singer, Songwriter, Broadcaster
Singer-songwriter Malachi Cush discusses music, broadcasting, and storytelling.
209. Graham Linehan: Writer, Journalist & Activist - Part 2
Part 2 of a long-form conversation on free speech, backlash, and the pressure to stay silent.
206. Steve Vai: Guitarist - Part 2
Steve Vai returns for Part Two, listening through PiL’s Album in real time and reflecting on the sessions, the players, and the creative freedom of the record.
203. Jane O’Leary: Musician - Part 1
Part one of a conversation with musician Jane O’Leary, discussing influences, career, and artistic development.
200. Fender Jackson: Interview Your Parents
Fender Jackson explores the Interview Your Parents project and the importance of recording family stories.
197. Nora McBurney: The Irish Yinzer
Nora McBurney discusses identity, migration, and the Irish Yinzer experience.
194. Máirtín Ó Muilleoir: Belfast Booster, Civic Leader
Máirtín Ó Muilleoir discusses Belfast, media, politics, and cultural confidence.
191. Rónán Ó Dochartaigh: Oideas Gael Course Manager - Part 1
Part one of a conversation with Rónán Ó Dochartaigh on Oideas Gael and cultural education.
188. Liam Ó Cuinneagáin: Oideas Gael - Part 1
Part one of a conversation with Liam Ó Cuinneagáin on Irish language and education.
185. Michael Moloney: Galway Racecourse CEO - Part 3
Part three of a conversation with Michael Moloney on Galway Racecourse.
182. Michael Moloney: Galway Racecourse CEO - Part 1
Part one of a conversation with Michael Moloney on Galway Racecourse.
The Story Continues...
Every conversation becomes part of a growing archive recording Ireland through the voices of the people who shape it.