Best Irish Pagan Podcasts (2024)

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My favourite Morrigan Moment 13:39

1h ago13:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this Episode Jon shares what he considers to be his favourite 'Morrigan Moment' from the lore of Ireland's past ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask their own questions for these …

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EP239- Growing Organic Plants That Burst Into Life With Gert Stam Caherhurley Nursery. 44:03

1h ago44:03

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Send Me A Message!! What if you could create a thriving home garden filled with robust, organic plants that require minimal maintenance? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Gert from Caherhurley Nurseries. Gert who relocated from the Netherlands to County Clare, Ireland, to cultivate a lush, organic plant paradise. Gert shares how the war…

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EP238- Blending History and Modernity with John Smith at the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens 44:38

4d ago44:38

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Send Me A Message!! Ever wondered how to blend historical charm with modern sustainability in garden design? Join us as we chat with John Smith, the newly appointed head gardener at the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens. John shares his horticultural journey from learning the ropes with his father to leading renowned gardens like Belvedere H…

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Sovereignty Goddess Myth or Mirror of Irish Women's History Dr. Gillian Kenny & Lora O'Brien 15:37

6d ago15:37

15:37

Send us a Text Message. How do you find the Sovereignty Goddess in Irish Mythology intersects with the actual historical status and rights of women in early Irish society? 💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 In this thought-provoking video, Dr. Gillian Kenny delves into the representation of the Sovereig…

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EP237- What To Sow In August & Other Gardening Jobs. August Seed Sowing: 16:54

11d ago16:54

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Send Me A Message!! John looks at what seeds we can sow in the month of August on this weeks episode. The list is much smaller but there are still lots we can sow in August. Can you still sow seeds in August and keep your vegetable garden thriving as we head into autumn? Tune in to episode 237 of Master My Garden Podcast, where we uncover the secre…

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The Banshee Is Not a Fairy! Dr Gillian Kenny & Lora O'Brien - Irish Pagan School 12:02

13d ago12:02

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Send us a Text Message. What will our community find most surprising about the Banshee?! Dr. Kenny's full class on the Banshee, and many more, are available on demand right now... 💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Join us in this captivating video where Dr. Gillian Kenny unravels the complex tapestry o…

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EP236- Creating the Perfect Garden Hedge: Privacy Solutions and Stunning Views. Listener Question Answered. 33:30

18d ago33:30

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Send Me A Message!! Ever wondered how to maintain garden privacy with an evergreen hedge that is easy to manage? We're tackling this exact dilemma faced by our listener Siobhan who is struggling to manage an old overgrown Griselinia hedge on one side of her long, narrow, and steep property. While looking for privacy on the opposite side by adding a…

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Women in Medieval Ireland - Exploring Women's History with Dr Gillian Kenny ✨ Lora O'Brien 16:38

20d ago16:38

16:38

Send us a Text Message. What drew Dr. Gillian Kenny to study the lives of women in medieval and early modern Ireland? 💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 In this insightful video, Dr. Gillian Kenny, a popular teacher at the Irish Pagan School, shares the inspiration behind her journey into the lives of w…

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EP235- Garden Update, Overcoming Garden Challenges & Thriving in Unpredictable Weather. 30:32

27d ago30:32

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Send Me A Message!! Are you wondering why your tomatoes and raspberries aren't thriving this summer? This week on "Master My Garden Podcast," I share my firsthand experiences and the effects of lower light levels and cooler temperatures on garden growth this year. Despite being away on holiday, I noticed the garden's response to these conditions, r…

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The True Nature of Irish Fairies: Myth, Folklore & Modern Misconceptions - Lora & Dr Gillian Kenny 35:36

27d ago35:36

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Send us a Text Message. Lora O'Brien chats with Dr. Gillian Kenny, a distinguished scholar who also teaches at the Irish Pagan School. They delve into the realm of Irish fairies, the deep-rooted fairy faith in Ireland, and the iconic figure of the Banshee. Join us as we explore the often misunderstood and misrepresented aspects of these powerful en…

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EP234- Unveiling Carlow Garden Festival With Eileen O Rourke Carlow Tourism 45:27

1M ago45:27

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Send Me A Message!! Ever wondered how a small local event can grow into an internationally recognized festival featuring top UK and Irish gardening experts? Join us as we explore the incredible journey of the Carlow Garden Festival with insights from Eileen O'Rourke, CEO of Carlow Tourism. Since 2014, when UK gardening celebrities were first introd…

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Seeing the Othercrowd 8:37

1M ago8:37

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Send us a Text Message. Jon talks about his own experiences with the other crowd and whether he has seen, or would want to see, them. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask their own questions for these video…

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EP233- What To Sow In July & Other Gardening Jobs 18:40

1M ago18:40

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Send Me A Message!! Can you imagine extending your vegetable sowing season despite cool summer days? This episode of the Master Garden Podcast promises to turn your July gardening into an experimental adventure. We'll guide you through the unexpected joys of sowing savoy cabbage, purple sprouting broccoli, and calabrese well into the month. For tho…

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Fairies and the Stolen Cow 6:30

1M ago6:30

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Send us a Text Message. Jon shares a tale from Ireland National folklore collection about fairies stealing cattle and how a person might be lucky enough to recover a stolen cow. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons ge…

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EP232- How To Create A Natural Swimming Pool In Your Garden With David Pagan Butler 51:20

2M ago51:20

51:20

Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John chats with David Pagan Butler all about how to create a natural swimming pool in your garden. Picture a pool/pond of crystal clear water with beautiful marginal plants, flowers and water lily. A pool that is an ecosystem to itself, fits seamlessly into your garden, one that you and your family can dive…

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Joining A Fairy Hunt 6:17

2M ago6:17

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Send us a Text Message. Is it possible to join a fairy hunt if you don't own a horse? Well in this episode Jon takes us through a story recorded in out National folklore collection on just this topic. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/ch…

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EP231- How To Get My Roses looking Great This Summer? Mastering the Art of Growing Healthy, Disease-Resistant Roses 21:51

2M ago21:51

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John answers a listener question where the listener has been struggling to grow roses for a number of years. Struggling to grow the perfect rose garden? You're not alone, and in this episode, we reveal the secrets to cultivating healthy, blooming roses with ease. Discover why selecting disease-resistant var…

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Can I Worship Both the Norse and Irish Pantheons? 21:35

2M ago21:35

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Send us a Text Message. Can you worship the Norse and Irish Pantheons at the same time? This a common enough question we experience and so we thought Jon could take some time to talk about this and provide some perspective. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https…

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EP230- Transforming Dreams into Blooms: Paula Byrne’s Journey In The Beautiful Kilgar Gardens 51:07

2M ago51:07

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Send Me A Message!! In This weeks episode John chats with Paula Byrne creator of Kilgar Gardens In Kilcock, Co.Meath. Paula leads us on a virtual tour of these fantastic gardens. Can a garden transform your life? This week, we take you on a journey through Kilgar Gardens with Paula Byrne, who went from having no gardening experience to creating a s…

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How did Witch Hunts in Ireland Differ? With Dr. Gillian Kenny 14:55

2M ago14:55

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Send us a Text Message. Question: Witch hunting in Ireland presents a complex narrative. Could you contrast how Ireland's witch hunts differed from those elsewhere in Europe?💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Explore the unique narrative of witch hunting in Ireland and how it contrasted with the witch h…

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Want to Know More About the Morrigan Intensive? 13:38

2M ago13:38

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Send us a Text Message. Lora O'Brien walks you through the FAQs they've received for the annual 6 month Morrigan Intensive programme. Enrollment is open for 4 more days! 🐦‍⬛ Full Details at - https://www.morrigan.academy/intensive24 🐦‍⬛ ⚠️ If you missed it! - Waiting List 2025 - https://morrigan.mykajabi.com/waiting-list-2025-join ⚠️ With this Prog…

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EP229- Frances Tophill Chats Buds & Blossoms Festival, Her New Book And Much More From!! 42:27

2M ago42:27

42:27

Send Me A Message!! Frances Tophill, celebrated for her appearances on BBC Gardener's World, joins us to share her remarkable journey in gardening and writing. She dives into her latest book, "A Year in a Small Garden," offering a peek into the transformation of her garden over a year. Frances also teases her upcoming headline talk at the Buds and …

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The Lost world of Gaelic Ireland With Dr. Gillian Kenny 31:02

2M ago31:02

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Send us a Text Message. Question: The 'Lost World of Gaelic Ireland' is a poignant topic. What do you feel are the most significant cultural aspects that we lost to colonisation, and how might we, as a community, work to reconnect with them?💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Join Dr. Gillian Kenny and L…

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Apocalypse Kong: Kong Skull Island (with Dr Justin Mullis) 1:37:51

2M ago1:37:51

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Dr Justin Mullis drops into the Explorers Club to discuss the 2017 film Kong: Skull Island. Topics include: -Japanese cryptozoology -The depiction of apes in popular culture -Kong as a colonial Lost World story? -the ecology of Skull Island -The significance of the 70s Vietnam setting -John Goodman and the Monarch organisation -Kong’s reinvention a…

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EP228- What To Sow In June: Essential Tasks, Summer Planting Guide, and Bloom Festival Preview 23:30

3M ago23:30

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John looks at what to sow in the month of June. These episodes prove very popular as a mean of keeping people on track with their sowing to ensure ongoing harvests into the autumn and beyond. How do you keep your vegetable garden thriving all summer long? This week on Master My Garden Podcast, we promise to…

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Who was Grainne Mhaol Ireland's Pirate Queen? With Dr. Gillian Kenny 19:17

3M ago19:17

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Send us a Text Message. Delve into the life and legend of Gráinne Mhaol, also known as Grace O'Malley, the famed Pirate Queen of Ireland.💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Dr. Gillian Kenny offers a sneak peek into her ongoing research and upcoming book and class on this iconic figure. This video explor…

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EP227- Uncommon & Quirky Plants, Embracing the Extraordinary with Vick Ind of Individual Plant Nursery 48:34

3M ago48:34

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Send Me A Message!! From the historic charm of Lismore Castle's gardens to the nurturing of extraordinary botanicals at her own nursery, Vick Ind of Individual Plant Nurseries shares her verdant journey with us. Her story isn't just about cultivating plants; it's about fostering a deep connection with the rare and the unconventional. As Vick sprink…

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EP226- Create Brilliant Displays In Containers This Summer. Mastering Year-Round Container Gardening 30:42

3M ago30:42

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Send Me A Message!! Ever wondered how to keep your container gardens vibrant and teeming with life all year round? Tune in to our latest Master my Garden podcast, where we transform your planting strategies from temporary to timeless. We're dissecting the secrets to bountiful hanging baskets, window boxes, and planters, giving you the know-how to b…

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The Dagda's Harp 11:07

3M ago11:07

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon chats about what we know of one the Dagda's less well known, but no less important magical items, his harp. From dealing death, to ordering reality the powers of this musical instrument should not be ignored. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Ch…

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EP225- The Joys and Insights of Food Forest Gardening with Danielle Gallacher. 40:44

3M ago40:44

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John chats with Danielle Gallacher "Danni In The Wild" all about creating a forest garden and her new book "The Forager's Almanac". Embark on a transformative journey through the verdant realms of food forest gardening with Danielle Gallacher. Author of "The Forager's Almanac" and a fervent forager, Daniell…

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Being a Bad Pagan - Jon O'Sullivan - Irish Pagan School 12:03

3M ago12:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon explores the concept of being a 'bad pagan' and how to shift our perspective on how we engage in our spiritual existence. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask the…

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EP224- What To Sow In May & Other Gardening Job For A Thriving Garden. 19:20

4M ago19:20

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Send Me A Message!! What to sow in May in the vegetable garden? What flowers to sow in May ? Gardening jobs for May ? These are all covered by John in this weeks episode. Discover the secrets to thriving in the garden during May's unpredictable weather and master the art of succession planting. This episode of Master my Garden Podcast is brimming w…

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EP223- First Week Of Sun, Creating Wildflower Meadows in Ireland: Tips for Spring Success & More 28:11

4M ago28:11

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode we celebrate as Ireland's gardens awaken in a rare dry spell after many months of rain. Gardens are coming to life and it feels like we can start in earnest to get going and growing in our gardens. We'll guide you through nurturing your seedlings against the of spring weather. Crack open the greenhouse door…

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The Badb's Call 8:20

4M ago8:20

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Send us a Text Message. Hearing the raucous screams of the Badb may indicate death...but not always in the way that we think. In this episode Jon shares some insights from the Irish lore on the carrion crow Goddess. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irish…

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Just Like His Old Man: Son Of Kong (with Eddie Guimont) 1:16:45

4M ago1:16:45

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Return to Skull Island back in 1933 with Eddie Guimont to see whether there's more to the overlooked SON OF KONG than you've heard. Topics include: -UPDATE ON PERCY FAWCETT’s LOST CITY! -Occult beliefs in Bolsonaro’s government -Was Kong intended to be sympathetic? -The origins & making of Son of Kong -The real-life colonial adventures of Kong’s cr…

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EP222- Slugs & Snails !!! How To Protect Your Garden and Plants From Slugs & Snails. 33:42

4M ago33:42

33:42

Send Me A Message!! Ever found yourself in the garden, glaring at a slimy trail that once was your favorite lettuce? Well, you're not alone in this snail saga gardeners have always had a continuous battle with slugs and snails. This spring is not going to be any different with all the wet weather over the last number of months coupled with a mild w…

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Is It Just Stories? 11:15

4M ago11:15

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about whether the tales of old Ireland and the mythology we have are important....or all just stories... ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask their own ques…

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EP221- Gardening for the Soul: Des Doyle Chats About His New Book Growing Beauty 1:02:00

4M ago1:02:00

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John chats with Des Doyle, garden designer, course creator and now author all about his new book "Growing Beauty". The conversation goes in many directions as Des sharing his gardening knowledge with us, we delve into sustainability, garden design, great plant combinations, gardening for mental health and s…

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What Super Power Would I Choose? 15:01

4M ago15:01

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon answers a question that he is put to quite often about what super power he would choose to have. The answer you might be surprised to know can be found in Ireland's ancient Law Tracts. Teinm laedo - a divinatory incantation used by the file imbas forosnai - (lit. knowledge which illuminates) a special gif…

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EP220- What To Sow In The April Vegetable Garden & Other Gardening Jobs. 29:09

5M ago29:09

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John looks at what we can sow in the April vegetable garden and other gardening jobs. April is the month when seed sowing is at its peak with lots on the sowing list for this month. We can begin sowing and planting outside once conditions allow. In some areas and especially in colder parts of Ireland frosts…

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The Power of Satire 15:44

5M ago15:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about the importance of satire in ancient Irish society and how powerful its wielders really were. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask their own questions …

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EP219- TJ Maher Patthana Garden, Chats About His New Book "Grounded In The Garden" 42:48

5M ago42:48

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John chats with TJ Maher Patthana garden about his new book. Join us as we chat with TJ , whose dual passions for art and gardening have culminated in his latest masterpiece of a book, "Grounded in the Garden." This episode is a kaleidoscope of insights into how TJ's painterly eye has transformed his own sp…

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The Lost White Tribe (with Michael Robinson) 55:22

5M ago55:22

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Cian chats with Michael Robinson, author of The Lost White Tribe. Topics include: -the story of Henry Morton Stanley and his 'white' Ruwenzori tribe, a story that was famous at the time but is almost never mentioned today even in biographies of Stanley -the birth of adventure fiction, the obsession with plots about lost cities and lost races -conne…

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The Dagda King in Both Worlds 16:16

5M ago16:16

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon shares thoughts about the Dagda's role as King and how that extends not just on our world, but also in the Otherworld as well. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to as…

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- EP218 Am I Too Late To Start My Veg Garden, Fireblight, Late Start Gardening & More. 30:48

5M ago30:48

30:48

Send Me A Message!! With all the rain we have had some people are wondering are they too late to start a vegetable garden this spring. The answer is a definite no it never too late to start. I've got the lowdown on how you can still sow seeds of success in your garden, even if you're getting a late start. Tune in as I divulge the secrets of setting…

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A Sad Hard Truth About Irish Paganism 22:11

5M ago22:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about a sad and hard truth about Irish Paganism as well as gives a whistle stop tour through Ireland's History. If you want to get more info on this check out the Blog: https://irishpagan.school/truth-about-paganism/ ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources C…

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Through the Crater's Rim by A. Hyatt Verrill 38:21

5M ago38:21

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A lost race in Panama and some man-eating trees show up in this Amazing Stories tale from 1926, written by traveller and finder of Lost Worlds in fact and fiction, A. Hyatt Verrill! Buy Me A Coffee Read the story here

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EP217- Edel Feighery Garden Designer Gives Her Garden Design & Planting Tips That You Can Use In Your Own Garden! 42:39

5M ago42:39

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John is joined by Galway based garden designer Edel Feighery to chat about all things garden design. From How to start a garden? To planning and design Tips and everything in between. Have you ever gazed at your garden, wondering how to transform it into a personal refuge that mirrors your own story? Let's …

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Did the Irish Druids Use 'Shrooms Jon O'Sullivan Irish Pagan School 20:24

5M ago20:24

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Send us a Text Message. A fascinating question for us today that has Jon in research mode for the last while regarding the ancient practices of the Irish druids and their possible use of psychoactive mushrooms native to Ireland. ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irish…

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EP216- Peter Donegan's Chat About His Upcoming Garden "A Moment In Time" At Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show & Much More 47:52

6M ago47:52

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Send Me A Message!! In this weeks episode John is joined by award winning garden designer Peter Donegan to hear the story of Peter's Gold medal at last years Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. We also chat about Peter's exciting entry into Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show with his garden titled " A Moment In Time". Join the c…

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