Best Irish With Mollie Podcasts (2025)

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#29 Aoife Lowden - Soul retrieval 59:21

4d 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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Environmental Conservationists 36:52

3d ago36:52

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about some CONSERVATIONISTS you should know, including Rachel Carson, Hazel M. Johnson, and Wangarĩ Maathai! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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Streets Broad and Narrow: Tony Gregory and Molly Malone 32:11

5d ago32:11

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Tony Gregory remains one of the most beloved TD’s in the history of the city. Lately, talk of the Molly Malone monument has reminded me of the story of Gregory’s activism on behalf of Dublin’s largely female street traders, and his comments on the statue of Molly in the late 1980s. Is it time to move her to a more fitting location, where Jeanne Ryn…

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Joanne Polk returns to the exquisite music of Cécile Chaminade 32:52

5d ago32:52

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks’ with host Julie Amacher, pianist Joanne Polk releases the second volume of her recordings featuring the music of French composer and pianist Cécile Chaminade. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Jury Duty 26:27

10d ago26:27

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history and etiquette of JURY DUTY! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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Phoenix Chorale and Christopher Gabbitas explore seasons and time through music 37:33

12d ago37:33

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the Phoenix Chorale and its artistic director Christopher Gabbitas explore the ways that earth’s rotation and seasons mark our time and emotions as humans on their latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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The Great Exhibition of 1851 34:05

17d ago34:05

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history of the GREAT EXHIBITION of 1851! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen goes where no countertenor has gone before 50:52

19d ago50:52

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen and pianist John Churchwell present music by Korngold, Brahms, and Clara and Robert Schumann, as heard on their most recent recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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John Muir 43:15

24d ago43:15

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the conservationist and Father of National Parks JOHN MUIR! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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

24d ago46:35

46:35

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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"Mother Wound" sounds like a Lesbian Bar 31:36

26d ago31:36

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The girls chat about Mother's Day and their alternative event, for anyone who doesn’t have their mum on that day "No Mother's Tae". Daylight savings, freezing eggs and the shameful gardai at the Mother's against genocide peaceful protest.By Breda Larkin & Laura Lavelle

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Blueshirt Bluster? The March on Dublin 32:37

26d ago32:37

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Historian Pádraig Óg Ó Ruairc has just produced Burn Them Out, a history of the Irish far-right. One of its most intriguing chapters studies the Blueshirt movement, tracing its development from an association of veterans into something much broader. Studying intelligence files and reports, Ó Ruairc demonstrates the surprising level of violence asso…

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Orion Weiss concludes his 'Arc' trilogy with music of joy, youth and rebirth 27:40

26d ago27:40

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Orion Weiss concludes a trilogy 11 years in the making with an album featuring the music of Brahms, Schubert, Dohnanyi, Ligeti and more. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Leo Burdock and Ivan Beshoff: Fish, Chips and Revolution 23:00

29d ago23:00

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Both Patrick Leo Burdock and Ivan Beshoff were revolutionaries, though in very different circumstances. These two names remain stalwarts of the Dublin chipper landscape, but did you know a branch of Leo Burdock’s was raided in 1941, or that Ivan Beshoff lived to be over 100? From the Battleship Potemkin to a tramway strike in Dublin, this is the st…

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Bowling 38:02

1M ago38:02

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history and etiquette of BOWLING! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Travis McElroy

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John Mauceri highlights Erich Korngold's only symphony 30:36

1M ago30:36

30:36

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, John Mauceri honors and highlights the music of Erich Korngold through recordings old and new. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Who are you Loyal to? 45:47

1M ago45:47

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We are LIVE from Cork in the van, near the Lee at UCC, tucked under a tree away from the noise of the city just for you, our loyal listeners :) :) The girls chat about loyalty, bitches in heat and bad dates!!! Enjoy more unfiltered, queer joy with your favourite wild women!By Breda Larkin & Laura Lavelle

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Shmidgerton, Part 2 43:37

1M ago43:37

43:37

Hello internet! This week's episode is a discussion all about Season 3 of BRIDGERTON! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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The End of Monto: A Century On 1:23:39

1M ago1:23:39

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This edition of the podcast contains adult language and themes and is not suitable for younger listeners. This special live edition of the podcast was part of Abair, an annual programme within the Saint Patrick’s Festival. Joining me is Caroline West (author of a recent best selling history about Monto and a sex educator and columnist), Terry Fagan…

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Janoska Ensemble gives 'The Four Seasons' a makeover 24:16

1M ago24:16

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, the Janoska ensemble gives Antonio Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ a makeover in its signature style. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Irish Pubs 40:39

1M ago40:39

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history and etiquette of a traditional IRISH PUB! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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Idioms Part 16 40:51

1M ago40:51

40:51

Hello Internet! It’s time for another IDIOMS episode, full of phrases about pickles, pennies, and birds! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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Leave Molly Malone Alone! 41:01

2M ago41:01

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Did you enjoy Gash Wednesday? That's something the girls are definitely not giving up for Lent! Enjoy more stream of consciousness from the girls as Laura finds out what her new favourite word is and hear to how Breda decided to open their entertainment spot at the Climate Justice Union in Maynooth University. Ps. There is a swimming pool. Pps. Bri…

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María Dueñas explores caprices with a new, unique sound 27:01

2M ago27:01

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, Spanish violinist María Dueñas records caprices, including the legendary set by Niccolò Paganini, on her latest album. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Casseroles 36:32

2M ago36:32

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history and etiquette of CASSEROLES! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.comBy Travis McElroy, Teresa McElroy

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Simone Dinnerstein performs Ives through the lens of her father's art 42:25

2M ago42:25

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, pianist Simone Dinnerstein combines Charles Ives’ ‘Concord Sonata’ with her father’s most famous painting to create her latest recording, ‘The Eye Is the First Circle.’ Listen now!By American Public Media

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Did ya ever take the Pledge? 48:25

2M ago48:25

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The girls chat about the pioneer pledge, do a bitta tit watching and Annie's 90th surprise in Lorrha !By Breda Larkin & Laura Lavelle

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The Dawning of the Day: Last Orders at the Early House 32:05

2M ago32:05

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In Dublin, just a handful of public houses now open at seven o’clock in the morning. Where did these early houses come from, and what has influenced their decline? On this journey across the city, we visit a pub financed by the Beamish & Crawford Brewery, as well as the historic fruit and vegetable market. Thanks to Brand New Retro for scanning SLA…

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Desmond Earley brings James Joyce's poetry into the musical realm 37:57

2M ago37:57

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, Desmond Earley and the Choral Scholars of University College Dublin honor James Joyce on a new album featuring his poem collection ‘Chamber Music.’ Listen now!By American Public Media

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Will EWE be my Valentine 41:53

2M ago41:53

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The girls tell all about their romantic weekends - Claddagh ring making & fancy Kinsale dinners. More tales of Lucy Breda’s miracle ewe 🐑 Laura's Dad is obsessed with Lidl's middle aisle & Breda asks her Mammy if she would take a Cock!?By Breda Larkin & Laura Lavelle

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Snow Days 37:55

2M ago37:55

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history and etiquette of SKIING! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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Anna Clyne and the Knights bring folk into classic on new album 38:36

2M ago38:36

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English composer Anna Clyne incorporates elements of folk music on her latest recording featuring the Knights. Listen as host Julie Amacher speaks to her and Eric Jacobson from the ensemble about their recent collaboration on the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks.’By American Public Media

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Lois Long 25:40

2M ago25:40

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Hello Internet! This week's episode is all about flapper and roaring 20s reporter LOIS LONG! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! Music in this episode: "Walking Along" and "Semi-Funk" by Kevin MacLeod: https://incompetech.com/; and "Standard Jazz Bars" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/. World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/…

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

2M 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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Christian-Pierre La Marca highlights love through the Schumanns' music 42:54

3M ago42:54

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, French cellist Christian-Pierre La Marca pays tribute to Clara and Robert Schumann on his latest album inspired by their love letters. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Sugar High 54:04

3M ago54:04

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The girls express their Grá & gratitude for selling out The Sugar Club & the hijinks that went on. Laura talks about trying to stay off artificial sugar, ADHD advice and light dustings of poking fun at politics.By Breda Larkin & Laura Lavelle

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Hot Chocolate 26:52

3M ago26:52

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Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history and etiquette of Hot Chocolate! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! https://wck.org/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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Jonathan Biss combines Beamish and Beethoven 28:17

3M ago28:17

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, pianist Jonathan Biss talks about his Beethoven concerto project with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, including the latest release featuring a new concerto by Sally Beamish. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Ask Shmanners 36:00

3M ago36:00

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Hello internet! This week's episode is another ASK SHMANNERS, full of your questions about baby shower slideshows, non alcoholic dinner pairings, and more! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/By Travis McElroy, Teresa McElroy

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Robinson & the Snake Honey 41:52

3M ago41:52

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Happy Chinese new year! The girls are in Breda's Tigín looking at the stars. They try a fun word association game and give their best Mary Robinson impressions. What does the year of the snake mean to you?By Breda Larkin & Laura Lavelle

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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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Denk, Bell and Isserlis join forces to record Mendelssohn's piano trios 19:01

3M ago19:01

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ host Julie Amacher speaks with pianist Jeremy Denk about his latest album, recorded alongside violinist Joshua Bell and cellist Steven Isserlis, which features piano trios by Felix Mendelssohn. Listen now!By American Public Media

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A Complete Unknown? When Dylan came to Dublin 28:38

3M ago28:38

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Bob Dylan’s 1966 visit to the Adelphi Cinema is a concert on which there is very little agreement. Torn apart by one Dublin reviewer, many who were there describe the gig in different terms entirely. For many in attendance, it was an extraordinary experience. Visiting Dublin in a year when The Clancy Brothers were putting Dublin’s story on the inte…

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Shmidgerton, Part 1 50:28

3M ago50:28

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Hello internet! This week's episode is a discussion all about Season 1 of BRIDGERTON! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/By Travis & Teresa McElroy

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