Best Kate Meade Podcasts (2024)

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S6E10: Vivienne Sayers O'Callaghan – Irish Instagram Influencer Conquers NYC with Irish Culture & Craic 55:23

9d ago55:23

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Vibrant Vivienne Sayers O'Callaghan is an Irish Gen Z entrepreneur, Irish language and culture advocate, and NYC social media influencer rapidly rising to the “top of the heap” as Frank Sinatra croons in “New York, New York.” Viv mixes lively chronicles of her New York adventures with spoon-sized servings of the Irish language and Irish culture, a …

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S6E9: Charles R. Hale - Untangling the Shadows at McSorley’s Old Ale House 58:16

23d ago58:16

58:16

Is this one of our author episodes or should it fall into our Irish Drinks category because your co-hosts have grabbed a table by the pot-bellied stove at New York’s legendary McSorley's Old Ale House for a conversation with author, cultural creator, and impresario Charles R. Hale. Charles is known for curating lively artistic salons, producing ecl…

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The Oceans and the Climate Crisis: a chat with David Guggenheim 59:29

26d ago59:29

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David Guggenheim is a professor from John’s Hopkins University and a leading educator on ocean health. Today we discuss a variety of issues related to how the ocean is affected by climate change and how we need to change our behavior. It is a great conversation… we do experience a technical issue at the start that delays voice for one minute at the…

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S6E8: Kate Kerrigan asks, Am I Irish Yet? 1:01:31

1M ago1:01:31

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Writer, performer, and force of nature, born Morag Prunty, but best known by her pen name Kate Kerrigan whisks us from London where she grew up with an Irish identity to Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way where she’s living with an English accent. In this episode, Kate spins tales of idyllic childhood summers in Mayo, the dynamics of being Irish in Englan…

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S6E7: A Shot at Glory: Eric Favors and the Pursuit of Olympic Dreams 49:09

2M ago49:09

49:09

In this episode, cohosts John and Martin dive into the world of Olympic shot putting with their guest, Eric Favors, an athlete representing Ireland. Born and raised in Rockland County, New York, with a rich Irish heritage, Eric shares his journey from trying various sports to specializing in track and field. He discusses the intricacies of shot put…

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S6E6: Jackie Gilna – We Are Global Irish, from Canada to the World 53:44

2M ago53:44

53:44

Irish Stew goes to Canada for a most “Global Irish Nation Conversation” with Jackie Gilna, who’s been Irish in Dublin, Spain, the Netherlands, and now she's Irish in Canada's capital, Ottawa. And through a new venture, she's Irish all around the world. Jackie launched We Are Global Irish this year to showcase Irish innovation, connect Irish busines…

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Building your spiritual team: a chat with Dr. Scott Guerin 45:02

2M ago45:02

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Dr. Scott Guerin is an academic, author and spiritual explorer. He recently co-authored a book titled “Looking for Angels”. We discussed the book and our respective journeys. It is an engaging conversation that will pull you deeper to connect to spirit that is always with you.

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S6E5: Maura Clare & Alice Carroll – Spirited Women of Irish Spirits 59:01

3M ago59:01

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Settle in for a spirited episode of Irish Stew with two pioneering women in the Irish spirits industry, Alice Carroll--the proud Limerick distiller and co-founder of Foxes Bow Whiskey, and Maura Clare--the Queen of Poitín and creator of the Smuggling Nun brand. They swap notes on their journey into the spirits business, the challenges and opportuni…

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As climate collapse accelerates what do we do? A chat with Kate Booth and Tristan Sykes 47:56

3M ago47:56

47:56

Tristan Sykes and Kate Booth are the founders of JustCollapse.org, we discuss the social and ethical dimensions of the collapse of civilization due to climate crisis. We examine how the poorest and most vulnerable are seeing the stresses first and discuss what is required going forward. This is a wake up call.…

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Alisa Fraser. Pause and Reflect. 39:10

3M ago39:10

39:10

It's not very often the twins will do something separate. They are together with a bond like no other. On this episode however it's all about Alisa. What a powerhouse she is. But as Alisa talks about. It's always with her sister Lysandra. Alisa & Lysandra Fraser gained fame after winning the popular renovation TV show, The Block, in 2013. They went…

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S6E4: Michael Meade - From Banking to Brewing 56:43

3M ago56:43

56:43

Michael Meade spent over 20 years on Wall Street and then stepped away from the pressured world of high finance to do something totally different. Some, in his circumstances, may have opted for plenty of time on the golf course and cracking open a few brews, that’s not the kind of person Michael Meade is. Intrigued by a visit to Ireland, Michael wa…

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Melanie Flintoft. We rebuild. 25:45

3M ago25:45

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Together with her business partner and husband Melanie Flintoft founded Sunset Lover 2021 after previously owning and scaling 7 fast fashion brands in a 30 year career. Together they became fully aware of the many issues with the industry and the catastrophic consequences of industry practices globally so, they decided to build the best direct to c…

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The Thursday Edition: My Blunt Friend 35:45

4M ago35:45

35:45

Welcome to the Women of Influence Podcast and it is with great pleasure I introduce you to my friend Danielle (or Danza to her friends). Actually she has already been featured on the Women of Influence so this is really a re-introduction! Everyone needs a friend like Danza in their life. And if you don't, well I'm going to share her with you every …

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S6E3: Allan Mulrooney – Surfing the Wave to the West of Ireland 56:56

4M ago56:56

56:56

As Chief Executive of the Western Development Commission (WDC), Allan Mulrooney is a tireless advocate for the Western Region of Ireland, promoting social and economic development for the counties of Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, Mayo, Roscommon, Galway, and Clare. Why go west? Allan points to the region's mix of the old and the new, how it fosters a wo…

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Dr Lurve. I just get it. 38:11

4M ago38:11

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Dr Lurve is Australia’s leading love & relationship coach and celebrity speaker. Her passion is helping people navigate their lives through the relationships they hold closest – whether it’s romantic, family, friends, or business, she know the ins-and-outs of your relationships. To her, relationships are the common denominator in your life. They ar…

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Spirituality and the Climate Crisis: a chat with Perdita Finn and Clark Strand 1:02:23

4M ago1:02:23

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Today we chat with Perdita and Clark about their spiritual journey and how they have learned to live in peace with the climate crisis. Their experiences offer ample insight to those troubled by the state of the world. Connect to Perdita and Strand on FB to learn more about their spiritual and artistic endeavors.…

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Heather Croall. Directing from the backyard. 34:12

4M ago34:12

34:12

Heather Croall AM is an experienced CEO and Director known as a visionary in the creative sector who delivers innovative festival programs, new audiences and organisational growth. Under her leadership, every festival Heather has run has seen an increase in turnover, been met with high critical acclaim, delivered increased ticket sales and expanded…

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The Vegan Transformation: a chat with Angela Crawford, Phd 34:34

4M ago34:34

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Today we talk to psychologist, advocate, and author Angela Crawford about a book she recently completed. We discuss Veganism in a positive and uplifting fashion that many lose sight of. Join us and continue your own vegan journey.

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S6E2: Michael McKillop - Whiskey Distiller & Potato Purveyor 58:42

4M ago58:42

58:42

In the first of our “Irish Libations” series, we welcome Michael McKillop, who branched out from the 36-year-old Glens of Antrim Potatoes business to launch Glens of Antrim Distillery with its Lir line of Irish Whiskeys, amidst bucolic surroundings in Cushendall, Northern Ireland. We get a professional’s view of the growing, shipping, and marketing…

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Kelly Noble. A love letter to South Australia 48:36

4M ago48:36

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South Australia is home to some remarkable women. They’re raising foster families. Running cattle stations. Living inspirational lives. Yet, many of their tales of triumph are never profiled, never celebrated. So we’re changing that… every week.. through our Women Of Influence Podcast. Women of Influence Podcast with Kate Meade for iHeart Radio & A…

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The Adelaide Edition Teaser 1:17

4M ago1:17

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South Australia is home to some remarkable women. They’re raising foster families. Running cattle stations. Living inspirational lives. Yet, many of their tales of triumph are never profiled, never celebrated. So we’re changing that… every week.. through our Women Of Influence Podcast. Women of Influence Podcast with Kate Meade for iHeart Radio & A…

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S6E1: Discovering the Truth in Lies We Tell 1:08:45

5M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Launching Season Six, we go behind the scenes of the woman-strong Irish film Lies We Tell, a brooding tale of angels and demons, light and shadow, manners and mores, family secrets and family crimes, which The Guardian called “a tightly laced, elegantly cut gothic period drama.” A total rethinking of Irish writer Sheridan Le Fanu’s 1864 novel Uncle…

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S5E22: Dan Mulhall - Check-In - The Pilgrim Soul of WB Yeats 49:57

5M ago49:57

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When we last talked with Dan Mulhall, he was Ireland’s Ambassador to the United Stares. Since then, he retired after a 44-year career in diplomacy, but he’s been busier than ever as we learn in this check-in episode with Martin Nutty focused on his new book on W. B. Yeats. Recent invitations to New York University, Cambridge, and Harvard, provided …

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S5E21: Malachy Browne - Data-driven Journalist for the Digital Age 58:40

6M ago58:40

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With a computer programming background and an instinct for reporting, Malachy Browne is on the vanguard of a new form of data-driven news coverage that is revitalizing journalism. Co-founder and enterprise director of the New York Times Visual Investigations team, Malachy is pioneering the use of digital sleuthing, collecting and analyzing troves o…

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Getting Support During Divorce: a chat with Lilia Mead 35:16

6M ago35:16

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Today I chat with Lilia Mead of Divorce Doula Solutions to discuss the challenges faced in divorce and how to better overcome them. Learn more at http://divorcedoula.solutions

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A Poet talks about Life, Death, and Everything: a chat with Brian Turner 42:51

6M ago42:51

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I recently attended a reading of poetry by Brian Turner and was moved by his power of language; beautifully precise and ethereal, tales shared of moments in time that touched eternity. He shares insights that all of us will appreciate, poet or not. Here are some links:IG: @turners_lenswww.brianturner.orgAlice James Books (for Ilyse Kusnetz): https:…

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S5E20: Ted Smyth - Politics 2024 Check-In 46:04

6M ago46:04

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Ted Smyth, former diplomat and C-Suite and current President of the Advisory Board of Glucksman Ireland House NYU, joins Martin Nutty for a discussion on Irish and American politics. What does the recent November 2023 American mid term election presage for 2024? How differing are the American and Irish views on Gaza? How should we understand the re…

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S5E19: Fin Dwyer Check-In - A Lethal Legacy 49:09

7M ago49:09

49:09

Fin Dwyer of Irish History Podcasts pays a return visit to Irish Stew. We last hosted Fin two years ago. Since then, Fin has continued to fascinate his listeners with in depth episodes on a broad range of Irish History topics. Despite this frenetic pace, Fin has found time to publish a book titled: A Lethal Legacy - A History of Ireland in 18 Murde…

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The Reality of Fracking: a chat with Sharon Wilson 33:25

7M ago33:25

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Sharon Wilson is the co-founder of OilfieldWitness.org, an organization that monitors the oil and gas industry. We discuss the impact fracking has on property owners and the politics of reform. She offers real advice in an age of real danger.

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S5E18: Marybeth Shea - Montana Irish Translator of the Technical 1:05:49

7M ago1:05:49

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Join us in a westward journey to the Irish enclaves of Butte, Montana and on to a chicken coop on Maryland’s Eastern Shore as Marybeth Shea guides us along little-known paths of Irish migration and through little understood profession of technical communications. She describes herself as a humanist and cites her Catholic education, specifically wit…

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S5E17: Mollie Guidera – Teaching Irish to Global Ireland 1:00:22

8M ago1:00:22

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So why learn Irish? "Studies have shown that learning your native language, learning any language, but especially your ancestral tongue, brings feelings of comfort and freedom. And especially when considering our past and our heritage, learning Irish is very revealing and very healing," says our latest guest Mollie Guidera, the Irish language teach…

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S5E16: Brian O'Sullivan - Imagining Iron Age Ireland…from New Zealand 58:50

8M ago58:50

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Join us as we travel from Ireland all the way to New Zealand to explore a vision of Ireland from centuries ago in our conversation with Brian O’Sullivan. He’s an author, cultural researcher, strategic analyst, and founder of Irish Imbas, the only Irish publisher specializing in fiction and non-fiction based on the ancient Irish cultural knowledge a…

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S5E15: Kingsley Aikins - Exemplar of Global Ireland 1:07:39

8M ago1:07:39

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A Trinity College graduate in economics and politics, he represented Irish business abroad, led The Ireland Funds for almost two decades, and now Kingsley Aikins combines his fervor for networking and diaspora engagement in the mission of The Networking Institute. “Kinger,” as he’s known to his friends, talks of how rugby became his global passport…

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S5E14: Roger Clark – A Man for All Mediums 1:00:09

9M ago1:00:09

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From New Jersey to Sligo, Wales, London, Germany, to touring the globe and then to New York, Roger Clark stamps his passport as a leading citizen of the Global Irish Nation. And to millions around the world, he is an icon. An actor, filmmaker, voiceover artist of over 150 audiobooks, Roger’s claim to global fame is his performance-capture portrayal…

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S5E13: Naoíse Mac Sweeney: Demythologizing The West 57:12

9M ago57:12

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In this Global Irish conversation, we search for the true origins of Western Civilization with a most global of guests, Naoíse Mac Sweeney, author of The West: A New History in Fourteen Lives. Her father is from Cork City, her mother is Malaysian Chinese, she grew up in London, studied the Greek and Roman world, and is a professor of classical arch…

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S5E12: Jane Ferguson - No Ordinary Correspondent 1:02:08

10M ago1:02:08

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Growing up in The Troubles in Northern Ireland, Jane Ferguson spent most of her life reporting on the global troubles in Yemen, Somalia, Sudan, Iraq, Gaza, Syria, and Afghanistan, reporting for CNN International, Al Jazeera, PBS Newshour, The New Yorker and other outlets, always finding the human stories in inhuman wars and all revealed in her unfl…

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S5E11: Jane Delury – Hedge Author Draws on Irish Roots 54:53

10M ago54:53

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Our Global Irish conversation with award-winning author Jane Delury centers on her second novel Hedge, a bildungsroman of an Irish American woman in her forties named Maude pursuing a career in the esoteric field of garden history, looking for clues in the past under the mounting challenges of the present. The theme of bringing a garden back to lif…

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Dealing with Fires and Heat Due to Climate Change: A chat w Mitch Wagener 44:49

10M ago44:49

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This summer has been monumental as the effects of the climate crisis has affected millions of people around the globe. Fires raging from Greece and Europe, to Canada, to more recently Maui have destroyed cities and lives. Mitch Wagener is a professor of ecology at WCSU and shares his insights into the challenges we face going forward. If you want t…

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S5E10: Luke McManus – Filming the Song of a Dublin Road 1:02:13

12M ago1:02:13

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Join us on a stroll along North Circular Road from Phoenix Park to the Dublin Docklands with our guide Luke McManus, the documentary filmmaker of the award-winning North Circular which opens in New York City on July 28th. Rendered in graphic black & white over a soundtrack of local North Circular musicians, the film gives voice to narratives from t…

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S5E9: Ruth Carden - The Bone Lady 1:00:11

12M ago1:00:11

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How can a kneecap bone change the history of Ireland? We answer that question during our conversation with Dr. Ruth Carden, a paleo zoologist with a particular interest in the animals that roamed Ireland over the last 50,000 years. Ruth's research focuses particularly on the skeletal remains of those animals, since that is all that usually remains …

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S5E8: Ambassador Fergal Mythen – Ireland’s Voice in the UN 54:23

1y ago54:23

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Our latest global Irish conversation goes behind the scenes of the globe’s most significant international organization, the United Nations, courtesy of Ireland’s Ambassador to the UN, Fergal Mythen. He didn’t rise to one of Ireland’s most significant diplomatic postings without an impressive diplomatic career behind him. Fergal has worked on Irish-…

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S5E7: Pauline Turley - The Muse of Irish Arts in NYC 1:03:13

1y ago1:03:13

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When Seamus Heaney wrote, “Walk on air, against your better judgement,” he could have been writing about Pauline Turley. From Newry to New York, Pauline has paired hard work with serendipity to arrive at her pivotal role charting the impressive trajectory on New York’s Irish Arts Center from a cramped tenement building to its expansive new home. Sh…

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Diversity, Pride, and Love: a chat with Josh Miller 20:18

1y ago20:18

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Josh Miller is a selfproclaimed queer activist. He is the CEO and co-founder of IDEAS xLab. Josh works with businesses to create positive environments for gender fluid employees. We talk about the importance of diversity in both our personal and business lives. By fate and coincidence we recorded this conversation on the first day of Pride month, 2…

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S5E6: Doug Devaney - Plastic Podcaster 1:08:44

1y ago1:08:44

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Join us as we pick up the conversation with Doug Devaney who interviewed us last fall on The Plastic Podcasts. A talented podcaster, Doug’s also an actor, writer, journalist, and self-proclaimed "songster, funster, punster, hamster." In this episode we delve into the core concept of The Plastic Podcasts, which centers around the notion that “we all…

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S5E5: David Clinch – Making Media Matter 1:06:12

1y ago1:06:12

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By John Lee & Martin Nutty

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Moving Divestment Forward in Universities: a chat with Isaac Slevin 38:09

1y ago38:09

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Isaac Slevin is a sophmore at Brown University and a leader in the effort to divest from fossil fuels through Sunrise Brown. We discuss their successes over the past few years, but also the challenges that continue as fossil fuel interests adjust to calls for divestment. A great conversation that shows we have a great deal of work to do on many lev…

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S5E4: Richard Donovan – Extreme Athlete Looking to the Stars 59:24

1y ago59:24

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For Richard Donavan running the grueling 26.2 miles of the Boston Marathon was only a way to stretch his legs before getting up the next morning to run across America…for the second time. Running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days sounds impossible, so he did it in under five. Richard is also the first person to run marathons at both…

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S5E3: Manchán Magan - Deep Rooted In Irish Culture 1:14:05

1+ y ago1:14:05

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For over 25 years Manachán Magan has been at the forefront of Irish cultural affairs. He first rose to public attention with the 1996 launch of Irish language television now known as TG4. Together with his brother Ruán, Manachán produced a ground breaking series of television programs exploring indigenous cultures across the globe Since those early…

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S5E2: Giovanni Buttigieg - Ambassador from “The Island of Malta & the Ireland of Malta” 56:50

1+ y ago56:50

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From “The Island of Malta and the Ireland of Malta,” Malta’s Ambassador to Ireland tells Irish Stew of the unexpected connections between the island nations of Ireland and Malta, especially for his hometown of Floriana. Ambassador Giovanni Buttigieg traces the Irish connection back to an 1895 visit to Floriana by an Irish Cardinal who went to Rome …

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S5E1: Barbara Walsh – Pulitzer Prize Winning Teller Of Stories That Need To Be Told 56:29

1+ y ago56:29

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A Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist, Barbara Walsh started her career in Galway as a newspaper photographer and has gone on to work for newspapers and magazines in Florida, Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. While at the Lawrence Eagle-Tribune, Barbara reported on the notorious murderer William Horton Jr. and Massachusetts’ flawed prison furl…

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