Discussion podcast for Irish language learners. Bitesize Irish offers self-paced Irish language learning courses, and a private online community including regular conversation practice calls. Based in Limerick, Ireland, since 2010.
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Series exploring the world of words and the ways in which we use them
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Explore the cultural and psychological phenomenon of language and learning - how Irish has faded from our tongues but we're ready to gobble it back up. The word "gobble" comes from Irish! Let's talk to fresh talent bringing Irishness to a new level - musicians, historians, linguists, spiritual teachers, artists, activists and thinkers. There'll be a cúpla focal. There'll be wisdom and storytelling, a few life lessons and a few Irish lessons. Éist linn!
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Language unites and divides us. It mystifies and delights us. Patrick Cox and Kavita Pillay tell the stories of people with all kinds of linguistic passions: comedians, writers, researchers; speakers of endangered languages; speakers of multiple languages; and just speakers—people like you and me.
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The World in Words podcast is about languages and the people who speak them. Hosted by The World's Patrick Cox and Nina Porzucki.
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Dispatches from a not so dead language. Hosted by Darach O'Séaghdha and The Irish For… @theirishfor (https://twitter.com/Motherfocloir) Follow the show on twitter @motherfocloir or email us at motherfocloir@headstuff.org
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In each KnotWork Storytelling episode, we'll explore a different story from mythology, folklore, or history, particularly from Ireland and the Celtic World. Then, my guest and I dive deep into why these ideas and characters still resonate today. Your host is Marisa Goudy, author of The Sovereignty Knot: A Woman’s Way to Freedom, Power, Love, and Magic. She is a Myth Worker, a Story Healer, a Writing Coach, and a has an MA in Irish literature from University College Dublin. Join us as we wand ...
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A conversation about the Irish language and its history for anyone curious about their relationship with it and its role in our identity. From real life stories and experiences, to historical insights and thought-provoking theories, the podcast takes listeners on a culture rich journey through the evolution of the Irish Language. Visit the official website at - https://thelanguagequestion.com
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Welcome to TOSIG TALKS. Here co-hosts Darragh and Ciaran talk about their journeys which led them both 5,000 km from home. TOSIG comes from the work 'TOSAIGH', which in the Irish language translates to the word 'Start'. In this podcast, you'll hear this a lot, where Darragh and Ciaran tie their success and experiences to the action of 'Just Starting'. Darragh and Ciaran are no experts (just yet), but by starting and learning along the way, they will succeed, no matter the challenge. Follow u ...
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You will Learn English But with a sexy Irish accent
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In this podcast, we talk about lots of different aspects of Celtic Studies, and about the Celtic languages and cultures. Our different guests discuss their interests, passions and projects in English, Irish, Gaelic, Manx, Welsh, Cornish, or Breton. We hope you enjoy! You can contact us & learn more on Twitter (@CelticStudents) & Facebook. We also have a blog that you can visit at celticstudents.blogspot.com For information on our annual conference, follow us on our social media platforms. Fi ...
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Primary School Teaching Principal, Sheila Jennings reads and translates news pieces from Gaeilge to English. The news articles are about topics such as current affairs, animal rights, climate change and all things STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths). These episodes are for people wishing to improve their knowledge of the Irish language whilst keeping up to date with news and what's going on in the area of STEAM around the world. News articles read from Eipic (Irish News ...
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Don't be afraid! It's an Irish language learning podcast in English! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A short-ish podcast on the history of beer and brewing, with a focus on both historical styles and the craft beer revolution. We also feature interviews with guests, bar owners and sellers.We are an English language podcast, based in Madrid, Spain.
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Join us each week as we discuss various topics related to immersion learning, the Refold community and second language acquisition! The topics are chosen by popular vote each week in the Refold Central Discord Server!
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ANG A young Slovene girl called Fani spent a year in the Emerald Isle working as an au-pair. After falling in love with good-humoured Irish bartender Dave, Fani lures him back to Maribor. But how can he possibly survive without knowing any Slovene? Trying to master »survival Slovene« turns out to be an incredible challenge for the highly motivated Dave, and occasionally a real nightmare for his beloved Fani. A Daily dose of Slovene language for foreigners wanting to improve their everyday Sl ...
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Recently a video went viral of a baby talking - or babbling - with a Liverpool accent. Professor Julian Pine from Liverpool University explains how babies and young children learn language, including the rules we take for granted. Including the surprising reasons who children make mistakes like saying "nana" instead of banana, or "I play football y…
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Molly's Story by Erica O'Reilly | S5 Ep11
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Please Support Our Show: Join us on Substack Love KnotWork Storytelling? Your financial contribution helps me pay the amazing team that puts this show together. Find the in-depth show notes, get special supporter-only podcast episodes, and stay connected between seasons. Subscribe to our newsletter Myth Is Medicine. OUR STORY The song about Molly M…
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Podcast 166: The Lore of Lúnasa, with Conchúr Mag Eacháin
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In this episode Niall interviews folklorist Conchúr Mag Eacháin about traditions surrounding Lúnasa, the ancient Irish festival which gave its name to the modern month of August in Irish. See shownotes and original video at: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/lunasa-lore/ Check out all the seasonal material on our blog here: https://www.bitesize.irish…
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#12 How to Deal With Setbacks | Darragh Solo Ep.
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Setbacks are HARD. Dealing with them mentally can be HARDER. Setbacks are bound to happen, so it's good practice learning how to deal with them properly. In this solo episode, Darragh goes into depth on how setbacks have defined him as a person and allowed him to grow as a human being and an athlete. Click here to sign up for the TOSIG Newsletter w…
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Language, Idea, Metaphor, Myth: Poetry by Adam Wyeth | S5 Ep10
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Possan Ronsee Gaelgagh - Manx Language Research Group
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The Manx Language Research Group and the Manx Corpus Project In this episode, Erin McNulty talks to Dr Christopher Lewin of the University of Galway about the recently established Manx Language Research group that works to support the Manx language research community. They also discuss the Manx Language Corpus project, which aims to ensure that old…
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Podcast 165: Aonach Tailteann - Ireland's ancient Olympics
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In this episode Ben and Niall discuss Ireland's ancient answer to the Olympic Games - Aonach Tailteann. Watch the original video at: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/aonach-tailteann/ Get a 10% discount from membership of Bitesize Irish at: offer.irish Support the Show. Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #Ga…
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#14 Leon Diop - Advocate, Creator, Entrepreneur
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Episode 14: Leon Diop is a fantastic spokesperson who aims to increase awareness and educate people, celebrating and connecting Black and Mixed Race Irish people.Leon is the founder of the Black and Irish community, a movement which strives tohighlight the struggles and successes of the Black and Mixed RaceIrish community. The organisation raises t…
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A Mother’s Love, A Mother’s Sacrifice: Tailtiu and Lugh | S5 Ep9
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Calling All Writers & Creatives Join us on August 1 for HARVEST: An Online Lughnasa Retreat for Writers and Creatives: marisagoudy.com/lughnasa-writers-retreat Join our global writing community! Enrollment in the Writers’ Knot is now open: marisagoudy.com/writers-knot-community Please Support Our Show: Join us on Substack Love KnotWork Storytelling…
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Podcast 164: When do we use the tuiseal ginideach? (Archive Q&A)
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In this archive Q&A session, Ben and Siobhán discuss some of the big questions surrounding the genitive case. Resources mentioned: focloir.ie teanglann.ie tuairisc.ie (nuachtán/newspaper) nos.ie (iris/magazine) tg4.ie (TV) https://www.rte.ie/radio/rnag/ (radio) Nuacht Mhall (Slow News) https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cnag-ldn See shownotes …
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#13 Conor Creighton - Spiritual guide, Meditation teacher, Author
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In this insightful episode, Conor Creighton speaks in great depth about his life as a creator, a meditation teacher, a spiritual guide, and other roles he has put his hand to! We touch on the Irish psyche, loving ourselves and the path towards acceptance and authenticity. Conor dissects the endless opportunities his life has presented due to a deep…
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A Story Waiting to Be Untangled: Our Lady, Undoer of Knots | S5 Ep 8
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Podcast 163: Briseadh i dToraigh - A report from the Gaeltacht
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In this episode, Niall reports from Oileán Thoraí (Tory Island), a Gaeltacht community off the north coast of County Donegal. See our blog for shownotes and pictures. Go to offer.irish to get a 10% discount off monthly or annual membership of Bitesize Irish. Support the Show. Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and members…
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Magic Illuminates the Mundane: a story of Flidais by Regina de Búrca | S5 Ep7
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Will Icelandic survive the invasion of English?
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Some Icelanders are becoming unsettled by this existential question: Will their language still be spoken in the future? Comedian and former Reykjavik mayor Jón Gnarr is convinced that this uniquely archaic-yet-modern language will one day die out. He says his children express themselves beautifully in English but speak limited Icelandic. Give it a …
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Will Icelandic survive the invasion of English?
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Some Icelanders are becoming unsettled by this existential question: Will their language still be spoken in the future? Comedian and former Reykjavik mayor Jón Gnarr is convinced that this uniquely archaic-yet-modern language will one day die out. He says his children express themselves beautifully in English but speak limited Icelandic. Give it a …
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Emma chats to one of our long-terms members, Peadar, about his progress and how Bitesize Irish has grown and developed in his time. Find the original video, and the link to the very first interview we did with Peadar back in 2020, at this link: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/patience-is-key/ Go to offer.irish for 10% discount from monthly and annu…
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#11 Masculinity and Navigating Being a Man in 2024
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Just toughen up... right? Being a man in 2024 and discovering one's identity can be a challenging thing, there's no doubt about it. There's a million different people telling you a million different things, so what does it mean to be a man and masculine in today's world. Join us for this episode, where Darragh and Ciaran delve into this topic, and …
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#12 Dee Mulrooney - Captain Ireland, artist, activist
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We all deeply love Ireland... but we need to talk about it. In this episode we talk about the salvation of art, connection with the land, grá for mná (love for women), finding meaning and direction, loving the eejit out of yourself, cringe, naff, and the inexhaustible desire to live. Dee is an everyday Goddess. Her voice will transport you. Her rel…
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#10 Your Productivity Killer | Darragh Solo Ep.
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In this weeks episode Darragh speaks on own about how we need to retake control of our dopamine to help us achieve our goals. He talked about cutting out social media completely, why you need to start creating and why you need to have a long term goal. This paired with a large section on viewing path to the far away castle, an analogy for your goal…
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Little Green Men: the secret rules of word order
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Michael explores the mysterious rules of word order with linguist Dr Laura Bailey. We all know them instinctively, without knowing that we know them. Contains the truth about killer whales and also why Yoda sounds like an alien. Produced for BBC Audio Bristol by Beth O'Dea.By BBC Radio 4
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The Inheritance of the Not-Chosen People, a story of Cessair by Sandy Dunlop | S5 Ep6
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Many place names in the United States are borrowed from Native American words. It's often hard to trace the roots. Over time, the original names were often transformed beyond recognition, victims of mangled pronunciation. Suzanne Hogan is our guide to the origins of Missouri, a name rooted in the Chiwere language. Chiwere has been imperiled for gen…
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The language that gave Missouri its name
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Many place names in the United States are borrowed from Native American words. It's often hard to trace the roots. Over time, the original names were often transformed beyond recognition, victims of mangled pronunciation. Suzanne Hogan is our guide to the origins of Missouri, a name rooted in the Chiwere language. Chiwere has been imperiled for gen…
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Podcast 161: Discover your Irish heritage with A Letter From Ireland
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In this interview from the archives, Eoin talks to Mike Collins, founder of aletterfromireland.com, about helping people rediscover and reconnect with their Irish heritage and ancestry. See the original video and shownotes at:https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/video-irish-family-tree-research/ Go to offer.irish for 10% off annual or monthly membership…
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#09 Why Focus is Becoming Such a Hard Skill | Ciaran Solo Ep.
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Just focus, it's that simple... Or is it? In this episode, Ciaran goes in to detail about how consuming short-form media such as Instagram and TikTok is actually hurting our ability to focus for long periods of time. This will be one of a two part episode, as Darragh will record his own episode when he gets a few technical issues sorted in Boston. …
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Word of Mouth with Michael Morpurgo at the Hay Festival
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Michael meets fellow children's author Michael Morpurgo - author of over 150 books - including Kensuke's Kingdom, Private Peaceful and Warhorse. They talk words, writing, books and language and why it's so important that children learn to love reading at an early age. Producer: Maggie AyreBy BBC Radio 4
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#11 Ruairi Glasheen - Percussionist, composer, filmmaker and educator
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Episode 11: Ruairi Glasheen is an award-winning percussionist, composer, filmmaker and educator based in London. Drawn by the limitless creativity and possibilities of being a percussionist, and indeed a love of drums and percussion from all around the world, Ruairi spreads his passion through diverse global projects including workshops, orchestras…
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Sometimes, SH#T happens... But it is always your reaction to the situation that matters. This week Darragh and Ciaran spoke about how Everything Happens for a Reason, and how you learn from each and every experience you have throughout your life. There will be lows and there will be highs but if you learn to adopt this mindset throughout your life,…
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Joshua Reno talks about how Charlie, his non-verbal son who is on the autism spectrum, communicates with him very effectively using gestures known as "home signs". Joshua is the author of Home Signs: An Ethnography of Life beyond and beside Language. Produced for BBC Audio Bristol by Sally HeavenBy BBC Radio 4
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Being Human Is a Habit that Can be Broken: A Story of Mannanán by Seán Pádraig O'Donoghue | S5 Ep5
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In this episode, we're handing over the reins to the podcast series, Home, Interrupted, produced by Feet in 2 Worlds. The series explores how the climate crisis affects immigrants across the U.S., and how immigrant communities are finding new ways to deal with a warming planet. In this episode, reporter Allison Salerno tells the stories of migrant …
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In this episode, we're handing over the reins to the podcast series, Home, Interrupted, produced by Feet in 2 Worlds. The series explores how the climate crisis affects immigrants across the U.S., and how immigrant communities are finding new ways to deal with a warming planet. In this episode, reporter Allison Salerno tells the stories of migrant …
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Podcast 160: Everyday Irish in the American Midwest
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Grow member Walter discusses with Emma his journey of learning Irish in Missouri. His fascination with Irish stemmed from his exploration of endangered languages, recognising the cultural importance and identity tied to these languages and their speakers. This, alongside his introduction to Irish music motivated him to start learning Gaeilge. He sh…
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In conversation with Michael about his book "32 Words For Field" Manchán Magan reveals Ireland's deep connection with the landscape expressed through the Irish language. The author traces his country's relationship with the natural world and its corresponding belief system that encompasses the 'otherworld'. He lists many similarities between Irish …
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#10 Jane Casey - Journalist, content-creator
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Wicklow native, Jane Casey, is a content creator and journalist that has a passion for highlighting the forgotten stories of Ireland’s past. Jane aims to ignite curiosity about our world and inspire an appreciation for the hidden beauty and rich histories we often overlook. We talk about reframing success, the curiosity which unveils a story in eve…
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As Darragh and Ciaran both say, nothing ever worth achieving, comes from your comfort zone. Hence, this is the key topic for this weeks episode. Getting out of your comfort zone all starts in the mind, and you must break boundaries within yourself to truly realise your true potential. An enjoyable episode for those ready to take the first step and …
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Professor Lucy Easthope explains why language is important in the aftermath of a disaster, why some words are useful and some can be damaging. Produced for BBC Audio Bristol by Sally HeavenBy BBC Radio 4
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Icelandic, the language that recycles everything
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Icelanders are protective of their language. When a new piece of tech or a new disease emerges, people debate what to call these things in Icelandic. New words must sound and look Icelandic, otherwise they may not survive. The country's Knitting Words Committee is one of dozens of community panels charged with proposing new words. Typically, they r…
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Icelandic, the language that recycles everything
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Icelanders are protective of their language. When a new piece of tech or a new disease emerges, people debate what to call these things in Icelandic. New words must sound and look Icelandic, otherwise they may not survive. The country's Knitting Words Committee is one of dozens of community panels charged with proposing new words. Typically, they r…
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Bardic Return: Poems by Aisling Fraser | S5 Ep 4
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Podcast 159: Bealtaine, Ireland's Fire Festival
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In this bumper edition, Eoin introduces one of the most important ancient Irish festivals and Niall talks to photographer Alan Tobin about booleying/buailteachas, an almost forgotten practice associated with this time of year. To see all of our FREE resources relating to seasons and festivals go to: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/seasonal/ To watc…
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