The Other Ireland

Episode 6 of The Other Ireland marks the first time I have gone out to record a group sharing their memories. McAuley Place is a residence for older people based in Naas, County Kildare. It is made up of 53 apartments.This episode is the result of going up there and not knowing what to expect. It was just me and my handy recorder. To be a part of this group discussion was really something special.Follow The Other Ireland on:TikTokInstagramThe Other Ireland (@otherirelandpod) / XFacebookIf you have a personal story (or something passed down from generations) of Irish folklore, a local legend, customs/traditions, superstitions, a supernatural encounter or something you cannot explain then I'd love to hear from you. Contact theotherirelandpod@gmail.comContributors can stay completely anonymous if this feels more comfortable. I can narrate their story if they don't want their voice on a podcast. Until next time, help me keep The Other Ireland alive.

Episode five of The Other Ireland podcast explores the banshee in Irish folklore with special guest, Irish historian and writer, Dr Gillian Kenny.We discuss the origins of the banshee tradition, her connection to death and keening, how descriptions and beliefs have varied across Ireland, and why the banshee has so often been misunderstood in popular culture.Gillian also shares some fascinating banshee accounts from her own family, as well as stories she has encountered through her research and talks.Dúchas Source Reference:"The Banshee · Mastersons", The Schools' Collection, National Folklore Collection,UCD. Available via Dúchas.ie:The Banshee · Mastersons · The Schools' Collection | dúchas.ieFollow The Other Ireland on:TikTokInstagramThe Other Ireland (@otherirelandpod) / XFacebookIf you have a personal story (or something passed down from generations) of Irish folklore, a local legend, a supernatural encounter or something you cannot explain then I'd love to hear from you. Contact theotherirelandpod@gmail.comContributors can stay completely anonymous if this feels more comfortable. I can narrate their story if they don't want their voice on a podcast. Until next time, help me keep The Other Ireland alive.

In episode three of The Other Ireland podcast we hear from Nelly, originally hailing from Ballyragget in County Kilkenny.Nelly has led an extraordinary life, having left her hometown at the age of 14 to work in Dublin.Throughout the episode we will listen to her stories shared of the folklore around Ballyragget, a supernatural experience in Rathmine's Cathal Brugha Barracks and the hardships she faced through her lifetime.A big thank you to Nelly for sharing her stories.Follow The Other Ireland on:TikTokInstagramThe Other Ireland (@otherirelandpod) / XFacebookIf you have a personal story (or something passed down from generations) of Irish folklore, a local legend, a supernatural encounter or something you cannot explain then I'd love to hear from you. Contact theotherirelandpod@gmail.comContributors can stay completely anonymous if this feels more comfortable. I can narrate their story if they don't want their voice on a podcast. Until next time, keep the stories alive.

In episode two of The Other Ireland podcast we hear from childhood friends Conor and Tom from Dublin.In 2010, when the lads were 16, Tom's mother brought them on a summer trip to Arklow in County Wicklow. It was the summer before they were due to finish their last year in school.A few nights into their stay, in a holiday rental, they both experienced something supernatural. The experiences they describe are eerily similar.Thank you to Conor and Tom for sharing their story.Follow The Other Ireland on: TikTokFollow The Other Ireland on: InstagramFollow The Other Ireland on: The Other Ireland (@otherirelandpod) / XFollow The Other Ireland on: FacebookIf you have a personal story (or something passed down from generations) of Irish folklore, a local legend, a supernatural encounter or something you cannot explain then I'd love to hear from you. Contact theotherirelandpod@gmail.comContributors can stay completely anonymous if this feels more comfortable. I can narrate their story if they don't want their voice on a podcast. Until next time, help keep The Other Ireland alive.

Welcome to the very first episode of The Other Ireland.Every family has stories, and this is where mine begins. In this opening episode, I explain how The Other Ireland came to life and why I wanted to create a podcast dedicated to preserving Ireland's folklore, supernatural tales and family traditions before they're lost.The episode all started with a conversation with my parents about the stories they remembered growing up. After my Mam sent me a voice note recalling some of the tales she had heard, I realised there was something special worth preserving.That inspired me to ask my Mam's side of the family to share the stories they remembered, and together those conversations became this first episode.Follow The Other Ireland on: TikTokFollow The Other Ireland on: InstagramFollow The Other Ireland on: The Other Ireland (@otherirelandpod) / XFollow The Other Ireland on: FacebookIf you have a folklore, supernatural or unexplained story from Ireland that you'd like to share, I'd love to hear it. Get in touch at theotherirelandpod@gmail.com and your story could feature in a future episode.

Every town has its secrets. Every family has a story. Welcome to The Other Ireland, where Irish folklore, supernatural encounters and the unexplained come to life. Listen to the trailer, follow the show, and step into The Other Ireland.