Best Irish Language Learning Podcasts (2025)

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Speaking the Same Language: Communication Strategies for Bridging Divides with Lori Weigel and Jonathan Voss 1:08:43

2d ago1:08:43

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Lori Weigel, Principal at New Bridge Strategy, and Jonathan Voss, Former-Partner at Lake Research Partners and Founder of Voss Research and Strategy. Two leaders from opposite ends of the political spectrum who are united by a common mission: to help…

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#67 How to have a sing song 45:00

2d ago45:00

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Tá na cailíní ar thuras bóthair agus tá siad ag baint taitnimh as go mór. An tseachtain seo, is é an topaic How to have a sing song and no better woman. Ina suí ar leaba Síomha, bíonn siad ag plé cén t-amhrán is fearr le canadh os comhair roinnt turasóirí. Cén amhrán a chuireann “yoch” orthu. Agus b’fhéidir go mbeadh amhrán eile ó Dhoireann ann fre…

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#29 Aoife Lowden - Soul retrieval 59:21

7d ago59:21

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Aoife Lowden is a guide and facilitator of courses, ceremonies, and gatherings which aim to support in building relationship rooted in land-based ancestral wisdom. Aoife works as a voice for the more-than-human world. Through story, song and healing ceremony, she weaves together ancestral wisdom and lived-mythology to bring forth an embodied experi…

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Innovation Lessons for School Leaders to Build Real Student Agency with Josh Reppun 1:06:03

9d ago1:06:03

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, Peter Stiepleman sits down with Josh Reppun, host and Global Community Director of What School Could Be. Josh, a former history teacher turned educational innovator, shares his journey of challenging traditional education models. Through his work with the What Schoo…

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#66 How to hear the cuckoo's call 38:06

9d ago38:06

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Tá na cúcaigh ag canadh! Tá Fontaines D.C. ag canadh! An bhfuil siad ag glaoch ar Dhoireann chun teacht leo?! Sa chlár seo, labhraímid faoi éin, Bealtaine, an chuach and the lovemaking birds that are driving Louise around the twist. Follow our sponsor Discover Ireland on Instagram & Tik Tok. Keep Discovering and visit discoverireland.ie to plan you…

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From Controversy to Collaboration: Co-designing Education in Anacortes with Dr. Justin Irish 57:15

16d ago57:15

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Justin Irish, Superintendent of the Anacortes School District in Washington and a former principal at Edmonds School District. Dr. Justin Irish shares how systems thinking, co-design, and meaningful partnerships have helped his district navigate …

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#65 How to get rid of stuff 50:30

17d ago50:30

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Tá an t-earrach san aer agus tá Louise ag iarraidh a cuid rudaí go léir a thabhairt chuig an siopa carthanais. Tógann Síomha muid síos her Coat Hall of Fame agus tá Doireann fós craiceáilte for a bit of scoby. Follow our sponsor Discover Ireland on Instagram & Tik Tok. Keep Discovering and visit discoverireland.ie to plan your next short break. Vot…

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Cultural Frameworks for K-8 Leaders to Build Equity and Cut Suspensions with Dr. Lupita Ley Hightower 46:55

23d ago46:55

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Lupita Ley Hightower, the 2023 Arizona Superintendent of the Year and the 2024 Voice for Equity Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Dr. Hightower, who recently retired from her role as the superintendent of the Tolleson Elementary School Distri…

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#64 How to be petty 45:24

24d ago45:24

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Sa chlár seo, tá sé ar fad faoi na rudaí beaga a dhéanaimid nuair a bhíonn muid ag mothú mailíseach, agus nuair a bhíonn daoine eile mailíseach linn. Áiteanna páirceála, ag glacadh an iomarca spáis ar thaca láimhe, is iad na rudaí is lú uaireanta is mó a chuireann isteach orainn. Bain sult as! Follow our sponsor Discover Ireland on Instagram & Tik …

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#28 Dian Killian, Ph.D. on The Gaelic Effect 46:35

27d ago46:35

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Míle buíochas, mo laoch! Many thanks, my hero. Dian weaves together her experience and research from an illustrious career in Nonviolent Communication (NVC) & Transformative Coaching, an academic vocation focused on Classical Rhetoric, Applied Linguistics and Critical/Narrative Theory, and a lifelong passion for Irish Studies. Dian's Master of Phil…

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How Student Leadership & Community Engagement Are Transformative for Schools with Michelle Caulfield 52:13

1M ago52:13

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Michelle Caulfield, Superintendent of the Corning-Painted Post Area School District in Corning, New York. Michelle shares how her district is expanding access to opportunities by centering student voice, investing in innovative programs, and building…

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#63 How to be an amadán 46:24

1M ago46:24

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Lá na nAmadán atá ann agus Tá pleidhcíocht ar siúl sa stiúideo. Cé atá ag bualadh bob? Cé atá ag dul go Meiriceá arís? Cé atá ag cruthú raic faoi Creme eggs?!? Follow our sponsor Discover Ireland on Instagram & Tik Tok. Keep Discovering and visit discoverireland.ie to plan your next short break. We love to hear from you so email [email protected]…

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#62 How to mother le Veda Lady 45:12

1M ago45:12

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An tseachtain seo, táimid ag caint faoi How to Mother le drag-ríona, láithreoir podchraolta, gníomhaí, agus 'an bhean is áille ina raon praghsanna' Veda Lady! Follow our sponsor Discover Ireland on Instagram & Tik Tok. Keep Discovering and visit discoverireland.ie to plan your next short break. Don’t forget if you want to get in touch email us at h…

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Unlocking Communication: Moises Morgenstern of Empat Speech on Bridging the Speech Therapy Gap 42:56

1M ago42:56

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Moises Morgenstern, co-founder and CEO of Empat Speech, a leading platform that connects schools with experienced speech-language pathologists (SLPs). Moises shares how his company is improving access to speech therapy using technology, addressing th…

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Podcast 179: Crossing the language barrrier & Deireadh ré 32:40

1M ago32:40

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In the final episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast, Emma speaks to a Breton learner of Irish, Patricia, and Niall wraps up with hope for the future of the language. Support the show Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLáBy Bitesize Irish

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Kim Armstrong and Sandy Husk and the Power of Clear Communication During Challenges 1:04:30

1M ago1:04:30

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Sandy Husk, former interim superintendent of Portland Public Schools, and Dr. Kim Armstrong, the district’s current superintendent. These two remarkable leaders discuss the challenges and opportunities of transitioning leadership, navigating budg…

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#61 How to Lá le Síle 46:35

1M ago46:35

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Tá an turas thart, tá Lá Fhéile Pádraig críochnaithe, ach níl an cóisir thart fós! An tseachtain seo, táimid ag caint ar fad faoi Lá Síle. Cé hí féin? Cárbh as di? Agus cén fáth nach ndéanaimid ceiliúradh níos mó uirthi?! Don’t forget if you want to get in touch email us at [email protected] We love hearing from you. Follow our sponsor Discover I…

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How Going Phone-Free Increased Student Focus and Improved School Culture with Damian McBeath 50:44

2M ago50:44

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I'm joined by Damian McBeath, Principal of the John Wallis Church of England Academy. As an experienced school leader and author, Damian brings a wealth of knowledge on education reform, leadership, and the evolving role of schools in shaping students beyond academi…

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#60 How to be an international woman le Fiona Frawley 45:06

2M ago45:06

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Tharla Lá Idirnáisiúnta na mBan Dé Sathairn, arb é an lá céanna a bhí ann dár seó i gCorcaigh, agus bhí craic mhór againn. Agus cé go bhfuilimid cúpla lá déanach, theastaigh uainn an micreafón a roinnt agus ceiliúradh a dhéanamh ar aoi na seachtaine seo, an scríbhneoir agus an grinnchumadóir Fiona Frawley. Fiona was featured earlier this year in th…

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Podcast 178: Seachtain na Gaeilge, le hOrlaith Nic Ghearailt 24:45

2M ago24:45

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In this episode, Niall talks to Orlaith Nic Ghearailt, manager of Seachtain na Gaeilge, the biggest Irish-language festival in the world, which runs 1-17 March every year. They talk about Conradh na Gaeilge, the festival's origins, and how you can get involved. A few useful links: Conradh na Gaeilge Seachtain na Gaeilge - further info Seachtain na …

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#59 How to host 45:05

2M ago45:05

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Doireann is back from the US but didn't get souvenirs for either Síomha or Louise. She did treat Louise to a Kombucha from Drimnagh and what's more glam than that? This week, we're talking all about hosting. Cad a dhéanann cóisir mhaith? An bhfuil an diabhal sna sonraí, agus cá mhéad sailéad prátaí is iomarca? Nílimid faitíosach na ceisteanna móra …

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AI in education and navigating a school through crises with Dr. Curtis Cain 51:42

2M ago51:42

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Curtis Cain, Superintendent of the Rockwood School District and 2022's National Superintendent of the Year. With decades of experience in educational leadership, Dr. Cain offers deep insights into navigating the complexities of leading a major scho…

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Lee Loving's Guide to Asking the Right Questions - Including What Might Happen if I Close the School's Library? 😬 48:29

2M ago48:29

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, our guest is Lee Loving, Superintendent of the North Santiam School District in Stayton, Oregon! In our conversation, Lee shares insightful perspectives on leadership, strategic planning, and community engagement. Listen in as we discuss: Connection: The importance …

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#58 How to make a come back 47:22

2M ago47:22

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An tseachtain seo, táimid ag caint faoi comebacks. Ó ghearrthóga O’Neills go Pamela Anderson, breathnaímid ar na daoine agus na rudaí atá ag teacht ar ais isteach inár n-aird. Pléimid siúd a d’éirigh leo filleadh ar a ngairm le déanaí agus déanaimid tuar faoi cé a dhéanfaidh iarracht filleadh i mbliana #samanthamumbasaubergine. Plus, Louise also sh…

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Podcast 177: Twice Removed - Member Interview with Sandra 34:02

2M ago34:02

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In this Agallamh Baill, Emma talks to Grow member Sandra about her experiences with Irish language and identity as she grew up in England and Ireland and later moved away again as an adult. Read shownotes and watch original video at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/do-you-really-know-the-irish-interview-with-sandra/ Go to offer.irish for 10% off mem…

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Old English, New English 27:38

2M ago27:38

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Michael Rosen explores the evocative Old English words used in daily life a thousand years ago, many of which are still in use now. He's joined by the linguist author of The Wordhord, Hana Videen. Hana has been hoarding words from Old English (450 AD to 1150 AD) for a decade, when she began tweeting one a day. Now she has lots of people following h…

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Marcus Chambers on Community, Relationships, and Post-Pandemic Realities 55:53

2M ago55:53

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, Marcus Chambers shares his insights on leadership, community, and navigating the challenges in education today. Here are three key takeaways: A+ School District: Superintendent Chambers explains Okaloosa County's focus on being an "A+ school district" ➕, emphasizing…

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#57 How to take America 36:04

2M ago36:04

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Tá na mná fós in America, ag maireachtáil a n-aislingí. Tá siad tuirseach agus níl a fhios acu an bhfuil aon triomú gruaige fágtha iontu, ach bhí siad ag baint an-sult as. In this episode they reflect on everything they've packed into the past week, spin classes, champagne and...mass??! How to Gael on Tour ! - Tickets and Info https://bit.ly/m/HowT…

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Talking Cockney 27:35

3M ago27:35

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Michael Rosen's parents both grew up in the East End, and now he talks cockney with Andy Green and Saif Osmani from the Modern Cockney Festival. Including some mythbusting about rhyming slang, a discussion about how cockney has evolved, and of course a mention of Dick van Dyke. The Modern Cockney Festival takes place from March 1st to 31st with a m…

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#27: Breandán Ó Cionnaith (Gaelscoilis) 39:09

3M ago39:09

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Breandán is an inspirational, rising TikTok star in the Gaeltok, who is ensuring that Gaeilge has its place on the global app. My favourite creator on Tiktok by far! He believes that the accessibility of TikTok and its high usage among our youth is key to the revitalisation of our beautiful language. He brings us right back to his school days in At…

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Beyond Best Practices: Earl Franks on "Next Practices" and the Future of Elementary Education 55:23

3M ago55:23

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, we had the pleasure of speaking with Earl Franks, the Executive Director of the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP). We explored some critical themes for today's educational leaders: 🤝 The Power of Collaboration: Earl emphasizes how crucial it is for educational organizations to work …

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#56 How to make your bed 41:13

3M ago41:13

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An bhfuil aon rud níos deise ná dul isteach i leaba dea-dhéant? An tusa an cineál duine a fhágann an leaba mar a fhaigheann tú í? Nó an mbraitheann tú greannmhar má fhágann tú gan déanamh é? Cad a deir do sheasamh codlata fút? Plus, na mná consider starting a Only Fans for tights. We know some heads who'd defo buy them...say nathin'! How to Gael on…

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Podcast 176: Love Letters (Grá agus Gaeilge) 42:00

3M ago42:00

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In time for Lá Fhéile Vailintín, Niall and Emma discuss Irish language terms of endearment along with proverbs, poems, songs and stories relating to love. See shownotes and original video at: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/love-letters/ Get 10% off membership at: offer.irish Support the show Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about co…

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Creating Languages for Film and Television with Professor David Adger 27:52

3M ago27:52

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David Adger is Professor of Linguistics at Queen Mary University of London. He's created new languages for TV series and films and he explains to Michael Rosen how he goes about it. For his latest language he used existing Creole languages for his 'conlang', or constructed (artificial) natural language. He talks Michael through the grammar and lang…

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Rethinking Grades: Joe Feldman on Creating Fair and Motivating Learning Environments 54:30

3M ago54:30

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On this week's podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Joe Feldman, the founder and CEO of Crescendo Education Group, about equitable grading practices. 🍎 It was an insightful conversation, and here are three key things I'm taking away: Traditional grading often undermines learning: Many teachers receive little to no training on grading. As a…

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#55 How to Celebrate 47:17

3M ago47:17

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Tá sceitimíní ar na mná roimh a dturas go Nua-Eabhrac and they are in celebratory form. So, an tseachtain seo taimid ag caint faoi ceiliúrtha. From an cúis cheiliúrtha is randamach/amaidí/ greannmhar that they’ve celebrated to the best Irish celebrations and more. How to Gael on Tour ! Tickets and Info https://bit.ly/m/HowToGael Instagram @howtogae…

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Politeness with Louise Mullany 27:40

3M ago27:40

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Professor Louise Mullany talks to Michael Rosen about politeness, and how it governs our lives, from the behaviour of football managers to the different ways children can embarrass us. Why, in this country at least, is it so mortifying to mistakenly assume someone is pregnant, when in other cultures it's simply thoughtful to book two seats on a pla…

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#26 Aislinn Clarke - Film Director, Writer, Lecturer 37:25

3M ago37:25

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Aislinn and I talk about the genre of horror and its social purpose, cultural trauma that is hard to articulate, her work, her interests and the future of filmmaking in Irish. We explore the fun-loving outward face of the Irish and the inward heart which is thwarted with pain. “A good story will always carry anyway - regardless of the language. It …

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A Walk in Their Kicks: Dr. Aaron Johnson and School Environments That Value All 56:53

3M ago56:53

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, we get to sit down with Dr. Aaron Johnson, leader, author, and professor. Here are some takeaways from our conversation: 🗣️ Humanizing Students: It's so crucial to allow students to be themselves, express their opinions, and share what they like and dislike about sc…

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#54 How to relax 59:11

3M ago59:11

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Téann Síomha ar shaoire fhada amháin agus is saineolaí anois í (dár léithi agus dár leíthi amháin). From discussing the most common ways to relax in Ireland, go breathnú siar go cursaí 100 bliain ó shin, tá súil againn go mbeidh sibh spreagtha scíth a ligint an tseachtain seo - tá sé tuillte agat! Also - plé ar céard atá isteach & amach do 2025 (Sp…

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Podcast 175: All about Bríd with Dr Niamh Wycherley 1:14:06

3M ago1:14:06

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Beannachtaí na Féile Bríde oraibh! The Bitesize Irish podcast is back with a special discussion about St Brigid and her influence on Irish life with Dr Niamh Wycherley of Maynooth University. Niamh is host of the excellent Medieval Irish History Podcast. See shownotes and original video at: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/all-about-brid/ Check out …

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Jackie Kay on the Scots language 27:29

3M ago27:29

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Poet Jackie Kay has written a book in Scots: Coorie Doon: A Scottish Lullaby Story. She joins presenter Michael Rosen to talk about her love of the language and what it meant to her growing up. Produced for BBC Audio Bristol by Beth O'Dea.Subscribe to the Word of Mouth podcast and never miss an episode: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/b006qtnz…

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#53 How to be spontaneous 55:24

3M ago55:24

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Some say the essence of pleasure is spontaneity, this episode is Doireann and Louise’s attempt at justifying a spontaneous Oíche amach … cé go raibh dry Jan faoi lán seoil acu. How to Gael on Tour ! Tickets and Info https://bit.ly/m/HowToGael Instagram @howtogael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Join us on Patreon for a bonus…

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Beyond the Arena: Melissa Sonnek's Journey in Education and Equity 58:22

3M ago58:22

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This powerful conversation dives deep into leadership, equity, and creating inclusive educational spaces. Melissa, Associate Superintendent at Roseville Area Schools, shared invaluable lessons that are a must for any leader. Here's a quick recap: 💪 Courageous Leadership: Melissa emphasizes the need to challenge inequity head-on. 🌱 Identity & Achiev…

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The Language of Genetics 27:56

3M ago27:56

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Adam Rutherford joins Michael Rosen to make sense of the heavily-loaded and often unscientific language that we use to talk about genetics, inheritance, ancestry and race. Adam is a geneticist, science writer, and lecturer in Biology and Society at University College London. His work tries to make sense of what our genes do (or don't) tell us about…

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