The Blindboy Podcast
Hosted by Blindboyboatclub, who is an artist and author. An eclectic podcast containing short fiction, interviews and comedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E400 · Wed, April 16, 2025
What the history of Onions can tell us about Trumps tariff war
Episode 400. What the history of Onions can tell us about Trumps tariff war Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E399 · Tue, April 08, 2025
Rewilding for Biodiversity with Costa Georgiadis
Costa Georgiadis is a landcape architect, environmental educator and national treasure down in Australia. In Sydney, we chatted about rewilding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E398 · Tue, April 01, 2025
The Gut Brain Connection
I speak with professor Ted Dinan who is an expert on the relationship between food and mental health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E397 · Wed, March 26, 2025
Against Bigotry and Hatred
A look at anti irish sentiment and what it can tell us about now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E396 · Wed, March 19, 2025
The history of unsustainable meat
The history of unsustainable meat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E395 · Wed, March 12, 2025
Why everything feels so Chaotic now
Why everything feels so Chaotic now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 05, 2025
The history of Ginger Nuts and understanding the Human Condition via the Temptation of Christ
The history of Ginger Nuts and understanding the Human Condition via the Temptation of Christ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E393 · Wed, February 26, 2025
The shared history of Madeira Cake, Crack Cocaine and Bicycle Repairs
The shared history of Madeira Cake, Crack Cocaine and Bicycle Repairs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E392 · Tue, February 18, 2025
A riveting, one hundred and twenty minute conversation with a man who lifts old stones
Davidd Keoghan is a former olympic kettlebell lifter who is singlehandly reviving the ancient Irish tradition of stone lifting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E391 · Wed, February 12, 2025
Chaos at the Cocaine Barbershop
The history of artificial light and meditating in the presence of corpses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E390 · Wed, February 05, 2025
My Mental health plan for 2025
A diverse ramble about cormorants, the cailleach and external aproval Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E389 · Wed, January 29, 2025
In defence of licking dirt off a window
Trying to love my inner child by doing long division and looking out Windows. The night of the Big Wind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E388 · Wed, January 22, 2025
Birdshit funded the 1916 Rising, with Manchán Magan
An exploration of the similarities between Irish and Indian mythology with many tangents in between, a conversation with the wonderful writer Manchán Magan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E387 · Wed, January 15, 2025
How I humiliated myself in a Canteen full of Accountants
The autistic experience of eccentric behaviour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, January 08, 2025
Donal Trump and managing emotions in the here and now
Roman mythology and American colonial expansion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E385 · Wed, January 01, 2025
Quantum Physics in Irish Mythology
Quantum Physics in Irish Mythology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E384 · Wed, December 25, 2024
Merry Christmas you pinpricked Vincent's
A festive tale about a bicycle and a threesome in the Dublin airport Maldron hotel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E383 · Wed, December 18, 2024
New Jersey UFO's and a Medieval monastery in Offaly
New Jersey UFO's and a Medieval monastery in Offaly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E382 · Wed, December 11, 2024
Geopolitics and Spaghetti Bolognese
Geopolitics and Spaghetti Bolognese Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E381 · Wed, December 04, 2024
How I navigate my mental health using Turkish arse lozenges
Coping with stress and burnout through emotional literacy and self compassion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E280 · Wed, November 27, 2024
Speaking with a professional who helps people to die
Laura Coleman is a psychotherapist and death doula Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 20, 2024
The miserable blood drenched history of Jaffa Cakes
The miserable blood drenched history of Jaffa Cakes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E378 · Wed, November 13, 2024
Chatting about the Brain with a professor of Neuroscience
Dr. Kevin Mitchell is associate professor of neuroscience at Trinity College Dublin. We chat about the brain and human behaviour for science week 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E377 · Wed, November 06, 2024
Ratworm Lung Disease
A phone call about what life was like before the internet, then I read a short story about a fella who eats slugs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E376 · Tue, October 29, 2024
Cillian Murphy
I chat with Cork actor Cillian Murphy about his new film "Small things like these" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E275 · Wed, October 23, 2024
How Hyper Capitalism has made Halloween more terrifying than its Pagan beginnings
How Hyper capitalism has made Halloween more terrifying than its Pagan beginnings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E274 · Tue, October 15, 2024
43 minutes of me walking around Limerick city and talking into a microphone about the history of a wall and how it's connected to 2pac ASMR
43 minutes of me walking around Limerick city and talking into a microphone about the history of a wall and how it's connected to 2pac ASMR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E273 · Tue, October 08, 2024
An in depth thesis about Earwigs
An in depth thesis about Earwigs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E372 · Tue, October 01, 2024
The History of Money with David McWilliams
David McWilliams is an economist who has just written the book, Money: a story of humanity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E371 · Wed, September 25, 2024
The Absolute State of the World
Geopolitics and the military industrial complex Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E370 · Wed, September 18, 2024
Speaking to an expert about birdsong
Sean Ronanye is an Ornithologist from cork who is recording the sounds of every Irish bird Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E369 · Wed, September 11, 2024
Why Fishermans Friend no longer tastes like a recently washed Human anus
Why Fisherman's Friend no longer tastes like a recently washed Human anus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E368 · Wed, September 04, 2024
The Epic of Gilgamesh
I chat about upcoming projects and the epic of Gilgamesh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E367 · Wed, August 28, 2024
57 minutes of me talking about a wasp on a plane
57 minutes of me talking about a wasp on a plane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 21, 2024
Kylie Minogue gave me a loan of her mirror and it made me think about Attachment theory
Kylie Minogue gave me a loan of her mirror and it made me think about attachment theory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 14, 2024
I finally saw a UFO
An episode about choosing the path of least resistance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E364 · Wed, August 07, 2024
Chris O Dowd
I chat with Hollywood actor Chris O Dowd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E363 · Wed, July 31, 2024
The History of Pigeons
A history of pigeons from the Neolithic period to the Napoleonic wars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E362 · Wed, July 24, 2024
The Donkey
A short story about a Donkey and complicated grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E361 · Wed, July 17, 2024
The Art of Storytelling
Clare Murphy is a professional storyteller, we discuss the history and applications of storytelling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E360 · Wed, July 10, 2024
Protestant Footsteps
How listening to plants can tell us stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E359 · Wed, July 03, 2024
I walked through Limerick in the rain instead of gigging Glastonbury
I walked through Limerick in the rain instead of gigging Glastonbury Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E358 · Sat, June 29, 2024
Myth, Fantasy and Conspiracy Theory with Fin Dwyer
In this bonus episode I chat with Fin Dwyer from the Irish History Podcast about the relationship between Myth, Fantasy and Conspiracy Theory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E357 · Wed, June 26, 2024
The History of Food Poisoning
The historical relationship between food poisoning and anti Irish discrimination Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E356 · Wed, June 19, 2024
Class, culture and taste with Grayson Perry
Grayson Perry is a Turner Prize winning artist who works in ceramics and textile. We had a gas chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E355 · Wed, June 12, 2024
Rat Boy Summer
A phone call about an 800 year old corpse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E354 · Wed, June 05, 2024
How Ireland invented spaces between words
The contribution that Irish monks made to the mechanics of writing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E353 · Wed, May 29, 2024
The state of the World
I speak about Skellig Michael and Global conflict Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E352 · Tue, May 21, 2024
Paddy Considine
I speak with the actor Paddy Considine about creativity, dogs and being autistic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, May 15, 2024
Biblically Accurate Anus
The aurora borealis and a herons legs cause me to think about the origin of life on Earth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, May 08, 2024
St.Augustines Suntan
I speak about autistic burnout and read a short story about religion and jackdaws Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E349 · Tue, April 30, 2024
The Art of Drag with Rory O Neil/Panti Bliss
Rory O Neil is a legendary drag performer, as Panti Bliss. We speak about drag as an art form Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E348 · Tue, April 23, 2024
The tumescent glans of Ronald McDonald
I dislodged a marble from the eye of a dalmation and this got me thinking about fast food as an ideological weapon of American foreign policy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E347 · Wed, April 17, 2024
Donal Ryan
I chat with twice Booker nominated internationally acclaimed writer Donal Ryan about creativity and being a Metaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E346 · Fri, April 12, 2024
The Blood of a Mutated Grapefruit
Bonus episode about impact of the atomic age on food Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E345 · Wed, April 10, 2024
The History of Whales who wear dead salmon as hats
The History of Whales who wear dead salmon as hats Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E344 · Wed, April 03, 2024
My Mental Health Plan for the first days of April
My Mental Health Plan for the first days of April Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E343 · Tue, March 26, 2024
A short story about Love and Greyhounds
A short story about Love and Greyhounds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E342 · Wed, March 20, 2024
A Psychosexual history of Digestive biscuits and their use as instruments of Physical Force Republicanism
A Psychosexual history of Digestive biscuits and their use as instruments of Physical Force Republicanism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E341 · Wed, March 13, 2024
Venom, Bites, Snakes, Scorpions, Pain
Dr Michel Dugon and Dr JP Dunbar are experts in venomous creatures. Michel runs the Venom lab in the University of Galway, where he researches the effects of venom and its potential medical applications Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E340 · Wed, March 06, 2024
I.R.A Glass
A meandering story which celebrates the practice of telling fibs and tall tales Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, February 28, 2024
When I was 13 and my Da gave me the Sex talk
Lamping Rabbits, tongues cut from a foxes mouth, battery acid melting shirts from shoulders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E338 · Wed, February 21, 2024
The Cat Piss Astronaut
A short story about being an autistic child Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E337 · Wed, February 14, 2024
Valentines cards come from the Pagan ritual of slapping bare arses with the hide of a skinned Dog
Valentines cards come from the Pagan ritual of slapping bare arses with the hide of a skinned dog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 06, 2024
The History of The English Working Class with Professor Carl Chinn
Carl Chinn is a historian who focuses on the history of Birmigham. We had a tremendous chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E335 · Wed, January 31, 2024
The History of Supernatural Sex wardrobes and Spanking cults in Donegal
The History of Supernatural Sex wardobes and Spanking cults in Donegal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E334 · Wed, January 24, 2024
The History of Bog Bodies and Botox
I explore the connections between Robbie Williams hair wax, botox and bog bodies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E333 · Wed, January 17, 2024
The Poitín Maker
I read my short story, The Poitín Maker and discuss the connection between the Eifel tower, Paul Cezzane, Dr.Dre and Ernest Hemingway Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E332 · Wed, January 10, 2024
Speaking about evolution and medicine with a Professor of Genetics
Professor Aoife Mclysaght is a geneticist. We chat about all things genetics and evolution Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E331 · Wed, January 03, 2024
A mental health plan for the New Year
How to examine your emotions by first practicing on an orange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E330 · Wed, December 27, 2023
Humanistic Psychology in the myth of King Midas
I speak about the Greek Myth of King Midas through the lens of Humanistic Psychology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E329 · Tue, December 19, 2023
Pigs, Saints, Haircuts & Bicycles in Tulla Town
The story of why I'm not getting a bicycle for Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E328 · Wed, December 13, 2023
I'll Give You Barcelona
I discuss themes of masculinity within the myth of Cú Chulainn, and I read my short story "I'll give you Barcelona" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E327 · Wed, December 06, 2023
Johnny Marr
I chat with legendary songwriter and musician Johnny Marr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E326 · Wed, November 29, 2023
The history of serving chips in miniature shopping trolleys
The history of serving chips in miniature shopping trolleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E325 · Wed, November 22, 2023
A podcast about why there's no podcast this week
A podcast about why there's no podcast this week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E324 · Wed, November 15, 2023
Speaking to an expert about climate and biodiversity collapse
Professor Yvonne Buckley is the Professor of Zoology at Trinity College Dublin. She is Co-Chair of the All Island Climate and Biodiversity Research.We sat down for Science week 2023 to chat about biodiversity. Check out sfi.ie for info about science week 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E323 · Wed, November 08, 2023
The Pistils of the Dandelions
I read a new short story from my book Topographia Hibernica Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E322 · Wed, November 01, 2023
The Return to Yurty Ahernes couch
I return to Yurty Aherne's couch. I also speak about the intertwining histories of Ireland and Palestine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E321 · Tue, October 24, 2023
Conspiracy Theories with Naomi Klein
I chat with legendary author and activist Naomi Klein about conspiracy theories and what they say about the current state of our world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E320 · Tue, October 17, 2023
Padre Pio and Medieval Glass men
I answer yere questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E319 · Tue, October 10, 2023
Speaking to Patrick McCabe about writing, failure and creativity
Patrick McCabe is a twice Booker prize nominated Irish novelist, known for 'The Butcher Boy' and 'Breakfast on Pluto', His unique style merges dark comedy and profound emotion, capturing the complexities of Irish rural life and personal identity in modern times. In this podcast we chat about writing, failure and creativity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E318 · Wed, October 04, 2023
Irish Mythology and Simulation Theory
Irish Mythology and Simulation Theory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E217 · Wed, September 27, 2023
The Psychology of Greek Mythology
A look at Greek mythology through the lens of humility and emotional intelligence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E216 · Tue, September 19, 2023
The Colonial history of Pumpkin Spice Lattes
The Colonial history of Pumpkin Spice Lattes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E215 · Wed, September 13, 2023
Greek Mythology and Simulation Theory
how my father driving to cork in his underpants lead me to view Greek creation Myths through simulation theory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E214 · Wed, September 06, 2023
The History of Bootcut Jeans
The historic roots of Irish Celtic Tiger Bootcut Jeans in the 14th century West African textile industry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E213 · Wed, August 30, 2023
The Psychological impact of Poverty with Dr.Katriona O Sullivan
Dr. Katriona O Sullivan is a psychologist whose work centers around the impact of poverty on a person's development. She works towards improving access to education for marginalized people. Her memoir "Poor" charts her journey as a child who grew up in extreme poverty to eventually studying in Trinity college Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E212 · Wed, August 23, 2023
The History of Brown Sauce and Door Handles
The History of Brown Sauce and Door Handles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E211 · Wed, August 16, 2023
The Mental Health of Adults who live with their Parents
A recent study found that 65% of Irish adults aged 25 to 35 live with their parents. I explore the impact of that on emotional wellbeing and identity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E210 · Wed, August 09, 2023
Mythology, Rewilding Forests and indigenous knowledge with Manchán Magan
Manchán Magan is a writer, documentary maker and folklorist. We speak about the relationship between Irish mythology and rewilding forests, as well as similarities between Irish Mythology and Aboriginal Australian Mythology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E209 · Tue, August 01, 2023
Barbie and Mattel as Millennial Pavlovian Conditioning
How the deregulation of children's advertising in the 1980s conditioned millennials to have a positive emotional response to Mattel toys which temporarily soothes the anxiety of not feeling like a real adult. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E208 · Tue, July 25, 2023
Speaking to an expert about Biodiversity
Collie Ennis is a research associate at the Department of Zoology at Trinity college. We speak about biodiversity, insects, building ponds and becoming active in helping local biodiversity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E207 · Tue, July 18, 2023
I almost interviewed Cillian Murphy on this weeks Podcast
A ramble about art and the process of podcasting and writing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E206 · Tue, July 11, 2023
An in depth thesis about Birdshit
Why birdshit is responsible for the world having a population of 8 billion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E204 · Tue, July 04, 2023
Nine Inch Nialls
Satanic Ritual Murder, Charles Manson, Balloons and the FBI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E203 · Wed, June 28, 2023
A thorough meditation about Sparkling Water
I investigate why 19th Irish immigrants to the America fetishised sparkling water and how it relates to early pagan traditions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 20, 2023
The Lost Irish Tradition Of Lifting Heavy Stones
David Keohan is using folklore to rediscover the lost Irish tradition of Stone Lifting. An ancient practice that incorporated tests of strength and training Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E201 · Tue, June 13, 2023
The colonial history of Fish Fingers
An incident with Yorkshire Puddings in the frozen aisle leads me to unravel the colonial history at the heart of Fish Fingers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E200 · Tue, June 06, 2023
Psychotherapy and Nutrition with Kimberley Wilson
Kimberley Wilson is a chartered psychologist with a special focus on nutrition and whole body mental health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E199 · Tue, May 30, 2023
The Folklore of Prohibition
A hot take about the folklore of prohibition. Update on napper tandy the cat . Speaking about self esteem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E198 · Tue, May 23, 2023
The History of Carrot Cake
The History of Carrot Cake. Russell Crowe visited me in a dream. Mindfulness meditation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E197 · Tue, May 16, 2023
An Essay about the inside of a Tennis Ball
An Essay about the Inside of a Tennis Ball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 09, 2023
The Psychology of being an Adult
Mental Health podcast. Exploring the condition of adulthood using cognitive psychology and transactional analysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E195 · Tue, May 02, 2023
Devin Townsend
Devin Townsend is an artist who works in the genre of Heavy Metal. He has been active since the 1980s. Playing with Steve Vai, forming Strapping Young Lad and the Devin Townsend project. He explores comedy, mental health, ambient and even opera to create highly experimental music. His contribution changed the sound of Metal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E194 · Tue, April 25, 2023
Speaking to a Psychologist about Drug laws in Ireland
Part 1. I speak about about my NY Times interview and why I wear a bag on my head. Part 2 I chat with Dr. Sharon Lambert about the Citizens assembly on Drugs where Sharon was an invited participant. Drugs legislation in Ireland and what needs to change in guidance with safety and evidence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E193 · Tue, April 18, 2023
Why I'm buying Lions Urine on the internet
An update on my cat Napper Tandy after the loss of her brother. Also, some instructions on How to write short fiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E192 · Tue, April 11, 2023
The Passion of Silken Thomas
My Cat Silken Thomas has died. I reflect on his life and death via Pagan ritual, Jesus Christ, and Existential psychology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E191 · Tue, April 04, 2023
The role of Art in the Housing crisis
The role of Art in the Housing crisis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E190 · Tue, March 28, 2023
Mental Health, Biodiversity and Mythology
An anticolonial argument which explores the connections between our emotional well-being, mythology and biodiversity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E189 · Tue, March 21, 2023
How James Joyce invented Cinema
A hot take about a James Joyce short short story via the Impressionist painters. And the post-lockdown mental health crisis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E188 · Wed, March 15, 2023
The Story of Saint Patrick
What can 5000-year-old abstract art and magic mushrooms tell us about St.Patricks Shamrock? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E187 · Wed, March 08, 2023
The Hashish Eater of Booly
I contrast Irish mythology with Islamic Folklore from the same era Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E186 · Wed, March 01, 2023
Are you really John Wayne ?
A travel podcast about the importance of Assertiveness and listening to your inner voice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E185 · Wed, February 22, 2023
Michael Harding
I speak with the writer Michael Harding about leaving the priesthood and becoming a Buddhist for 17 years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E184 · Wed, February 15, 2023
The Devils Bedframe
I answer listener questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E183 · Wed, February 08, 2023
Coalbrookdale by Night
I speak about growing old, accidentally dressing as Eminem and then finding a painting that depicts the beginning of global warming Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E182 · Wed, February 01, 2023
Saint Brigid Solvent Abuse and Irish Mythology
I speak about the pagan goddess Brigid and the Christian Saint Brigid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E181 · Wed, January 25, 2023
Gutta Percha Overdrive
How an extinct victorian plastic that came from trees fuelled the evils of British colonisation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E180 · Fri, January 20, 2023
The Last Of Us
An essay on the world and philosophy of The Last Of Us game, ahead of the TV series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E179 · Wed, January 18, 2023
Sex Education from a health Journalist
Sophia Smith Galer is a multi-award-winning journalist, author and TikTok creator. She is a Senior News Reporter for VICE World News, a Visiting Fellow at Brown University. We speak about her book, losing it, sex education for the 21st century Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E178 · Wed, January 11, 2023
Witches Piss and Horses Skulls
How the discovery of a horses skull under a floorboard led to an insight into Irish music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E177 · Wed, January 04, 2023
My mental health plan for a New Year
The pressure of a new year, and creating resolutions can bring up feelings of shame. I speak about how I address shame through self-compassion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E176 · Wed, December 28, 2022
PJ Gallagher
PJ Gallagher is a comedian and broadcaster, and we had a gorgeous chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E175 · Wed, December 21, 2022
The Silver Gonads of Santa Claus in the mouth of a Gelding Foal
A festive Christmas episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E274 · Wed, December 14, 2022
How Baileys Irish Cream is rooted in an 18th Century Satanic Sex Cult
Food History podcast. How Baileys Irish Cream is rooted in an 18th Century Satanic Sex Cult Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E273 · Wed, December 07, 2022
Analysing a 9th century Irish poem about a white cat
Analysing a 9th century Irish poem about a white cat . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 30, 2022
Elf on the Shelf is a tool of surveillance capitalism
A reading of Elf on the Shelf as a tool of surveillance capitalism via Benthams Panopticon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E271 · Thu, November 24, 2022
There's a housing protest in Dublin on the 26th of November
I chat with social policy lecturer Rory Hearne about the Raise The Roof housing protest and the movement towards change in Irelands housing climate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E270 · Tue, November 22, 2022
Crying and Shame and Underpants
How the purchase of Belgian underpants lead me to explore my shame around crying. The story of a scientist who put underpants on 75 rats and why St.Augustine removed boners from the Garden of Eden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E269 · Wed, November 16, 2022
Speaking with the President of Ireland
I chat with Michael D Higgins, who is the President of Ireland about his Macnamh 100 seminars. We speak about the reflection and contemplation of history, and the Irish Psyche as it relates to home and housing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E268 · Wed, November 09, 2022
Why I'm going back to Therapy
I speak about the process of psychotherapy and why I'm going back. My own tools aren't working anymore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 02, 2022
Speaking to a Quantum Physicist about Quantum Computers and Irish Mythology
JC Seamus Davis is an Irish professor of quantum physics. We speak about the complex quantum world and contrast it with Irish mythology. We did this to celebrate Science Week 2022, which takes place from the 13th of November sfi.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E266 · Wed, October 26, 2022
Five year podcast anniversary ramble
The podcast is five years old. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E265 · Wed, October 19, 2022
How to cook a dinner
I speak about the emotional resonance that cooking a meal has for me. And how a stew once gave me a panic attack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E264 · Wed, October 12, 2022
Irish Folklore and Environmentalism with Manchán Magan
Manchán Magan is a writer and documentary maker with an interest in Irish Folklore and Mythology. We speak about Indigenous mythology and its relationship with the environment. Manchán has a new book out "Listen to the Land Speak" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E263 · Wed, October 05, 2022
Rivers, Lakes and Data Centres in Irish Mythology
Hot take on the Mythological history of water as a conduit for wisdom and information in Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E262 · Wed, September 28, 2022
A Mental health plan for when the weather is cold and the days are short and dark
A Mental health plan for when the weather is cold and the days are short and dark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E261 · Tue, September 20, 2022
Analysing Class structure with Darren McGarvey
Darren McGarvey is an award-winning writer and rapper from Scotland whose work addresses social class, politics, and emotional resilience. His most recent book ¨The Social Distance Between Us" is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E260 · Tue, September 13, 2022
Speaking to an expert about Trauma
Dr Sharon Lambert is a researcher in applied psychology. We speak about trauma on an indivual level and a societal level Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E259 · Wed, September 07, 2022
The First Man to smuggle Hash into Limerick
Sprawling hot takes about hash smuggling and the complexity of human emotions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E258 · Wed, August 31, 2022
Foolscap, Dunce Cap and Dogs
Rambling hot take. I explore the connections between paper and public shaming Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 24, 2022
What made things so difficult for Irish millenials?
I explore the symbolic death of the Celtic Tiger which culminated in a marsupial being given drugs in a dublin nightclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E256 · Wed, August 17, 2022
Landlords, Medieval Snails and Nightclubs
Landlords Medieval Snails and Nightclubs. I answer yere questions about these things Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E255 · Tue, August 09, 2022
Scroobius Pip
I chat with the artist, actor and podcaster Scroobius Pip about music, neurodiversity and the joys of trying and failing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E254 · Wed, August 03, 2022
How Wu Tang Clan and Margaret Thatcher created the modern Ice Cream Cone
Boiling hot take food podcast. How Wu Tang Clan and Margaret Thatcher created the contemporary Ice Cream Cone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 27, 2022
The Quantum bones of St Rosalia, floating in the artists shit
Art History podcast. A quantum theory reading of a 17th-century holy relic and an artist who canned their own feces Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E252 · Wed, July 20, 2022
Addiction and Prison with The Two Norries
I speak about addiction and the prison system with The Two Norries. James and Timmy have both been through addiction and prison, they are now working in addiction services, to assist others in recovery. James is a PHD student in Criminology. Together they both host the Two Norries podcast, an honest and compassionate podcast, which is trauma-informed and focussed on harm reduction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E251 · Wed, July 13, 2022
A post lockdown mental health plan
It's been more than six months since the lockdown ended. I explore and discuss feelings of hypervigilance and loss of self identity. Also, the plan and techniques I'm using to heal and strengthen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E250 · Wed, July 06, 2022
How a Spanish fisherman lead the CIA to conclude that reality is a Hologram
In 1966 the US military lost an unexploded nuclear bomb in a Spanish fishing village, this incident set off a chain of incredibly bizarre decades long covert research into the nature of reality itself, which has now been declassified Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E249 · Wed, June 29, 2022
Teenage Margaret Thatcher Turtles
How the policies of Margaret Thatcher shaped how the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was written and animated. A extract a boiling hot take through critique of the franchise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E248 · Tue, June 21, 2022
Speaking to a Cyberpsychologist about the psychology of online behaviour
Dr.Nicola Fox Hamilton is a cyberpsychologist. We chat about what social media is doing to our minds and behavior. Can it make us more hostile? What is the science behind internet trolls? Is social media addictive? And how will VR impact our brains? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E247 · Wed, June 15, 2022
CIA involvement in 20th century literature
Art has been appropriated for military purposes throughout the 20th century. Camouflage was inspired by Cubism, Abstract art was used as anti-soviet propaganda and In the 1950's the CIA covertly funded literary magazines to service US Imperialism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E246 · Wed, June 08, 2022
Swingers Saunas and American cows eating Skittles
A relaxing hot take about Swingers Saunas and American Cows who are force-fed Skittles. Also some mental health chats about anxiety and anger Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E245 · Wed, June 01, 2022
The Linear understanding of Time in European Art
Art hot takes from a covid fever dream. Western culture historically understands time to be linear, fixed, and unmovable. I explore the ways this impacted European portrait painting and how West African art changed it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E244 · Tue, May 24, 2022
Louise McSharry
I chat with Louise McSharry who is an experienced radio presenter and broadcaster and now hosts her own podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E243 · Tue, May 17, 2022
The Myth of the Valley of Madness
Irish Mythology Podcast. For 2000 years, stories have been told that the Slieve Mish Mountains of Kerry can cure mental illness in those who visit. I explore the stories and tales from this area and the recent scientific studies that might explain why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, May 11, 2022
The Testicular Musk of a Debs Pants Gusset
I interrogate the semiotics of other people's sweat on rented tuxedos and suits. Also, I speak about a short technique to increase your creativity, which anybody can use. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E241 · Wed, May 04, 2022
The strange English dystopian Sci Fi Novel about Ireland
Ossians Ride is an unintentionally hilarious paranoid English novel written in 1959 about a futuristic Ireland that can obtain nuclear weapons from Turf. I pick it apart and contrast it with other Dystopian fiction. Long Hot Takes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E240 · Tue, April 26, 2022
Sports psychology with Keith Earls and Dr Declan Aherne
I chat with Munster and Ireland Rugby player, and psychologist Dr.Declan Aherne about managing mental health within Sports. The similarities between art and sport, We also speak about the human condition in general Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E239 · Wed, April 20, 2022
The Anatomy of an Irish Wedding
I speak about hidden codes that determine who sits where at an Irish Wedding. Also I answer questions about music, art and adults who must move back in with their parents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E238 · Tue, April 12, 2022
Intrapersonally Speaking
I just found out that I am Autistic. I speak about my experience of learning this about myself Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E237 · Tue, April 05, 2022
The Barefoot Accountant goes to Emerald Shitty
Mental health episode, I explore the concept of Core Beliefs through the story of the Wizard o Oz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E236 · Tue, March 29, 2022
Keith Duffy
I chat with Keith Duffy. Singer and actor, about his career in Boyzone, Coronation Street and Boyzlife. We also open up about the time we both accidentally watched a man masturbate to completion in Edinburgh in 2013 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E235 · Wed, March 23, 2022
Fenian Sandwich Sectarian Carrot
How the Subway sandwich traces its roots to 19th-century physical force Irish republicanism. also, the sectarian history of domesticated carrots. Steaming Takes. Boiling hot notions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E234 · Wed, March 16, 2022
Avocado Salt Bae and the Legend of St. Patricks Hole
St.Patricks day episode. Boiling hot takes about the Irish cultural footprint. Exploring why Salt Bae speaks English with a Limerick accent. And unearthing the legend of St Patricks hole where Pilgrims have seen Purgatory for a thousand years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E233 · Wed, March 09, 2022
Talking to a psychologist about Creativity
Prof Anna Abraham is a psychologist and neuroscientist who studies creativity and the human imagination. We chat about everything from creative Flow to the Beatles to Neurodiversity. We sat down as part of Creative Brain Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E232 · Wed, March 02, 2022
A mental health plan for when the News is overwhelming
How I manage feelings of anxiety and depression when the News cycle gets me down. So that I can have compassion, empathy and be functional, while still keeping informed and caring about world events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E231 · Tue, February 22, 2022
A theory about the colour Grey
A Hot Take about the colour grey that delves into the history of offices, renaissance paintings and 2000 year old monasteries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E230 · Wed, February 16, 2022
What is Mindfulness? With Dermot Whelan
Dermot Whelan is a comedian, presenter, and certified teacher in mindfulness and meditation. During this chat we have serious craic and speak about how mindfulness and meditation has changed both of our lives for the better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E22 · Wed, February 09, 2022
The Styrofoam Shepherd
Barefoot accountant update. The story of a Chilean Book which was a Marxist critique of Donald Duck, an attempt to create a socialist internet in 1971 and the CIA backed fascist coup that ended it all Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E228 · Wed, February 02, 2022
The Barefoot Accountant
Hot Take Episode Last week there was a standoff between Irish Fishermen and The Russian Navy. I draw a connection between this and a proposed plan to breed cats that glow in the dark around Nuclear Waste, as a warning to future humans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E227 · Wed, January 26, 2022
The Psychology of Aesops Fables
A hot take about Aesops fables and what they say about the human condition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E226 · Wed, January 19, 2022
Stories for Geriatric Millennials
I speak about what life was like before the internet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E225 · Wed, January 12, 2022
The Psychologist who uses MDMA to treat mental illness
Dr. Paul Liknaitsky is the head of clinical psychedelic research at Monash University Australia. He is conducting world-first clinical trials into the use of magic mushrooms and ecstasy to treat depression, anxiety, and PTSD. This is his second time on this podcast to chat about this exciting and important field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E224 · Wed, January 05, 2022
A Mental Health Plan for 2022
How I will be building my emotional resilience this year. I explain three psychology concepts through the fable of the Lion with the Thorn in its paw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E223 · Wed, December 29, 2021
Lung Cousins
A rambling podcast designed for a Post Christmas pre New Years walk. I speak about pissing in a milk bottle for several years and the role of silliness in art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E222 · Wed, December 22, 2021
Boiling Hot Christmas
A hot take about the Pagan Origins of Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E221 · Wed, December 15, 2021
Sudden Mystery Arse Pain
A deep dive art history podcast about the colours red and blue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E220 · Wed, December 08, 2021
Speaking about Anxiety with a Psychology Professor
Professor Ian Robertson is a Neuroscientist and Professor of Psychology in Trinity College. We speak about Anxiety, neurodiversity and the medicalisation of human behaviour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E219 · Wed, December 01, 2021
Furry Curry
I answer yere questions about creating art online and what differences there are now from 10 years ago Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E218 · Wed, November 24, 2021
Topographia Hibernica
Hot take Art/History. A 12th-century English manuscript which claimed that Irish women could turn into hares to suck milk out of other women's nipples, and that Irish men had sex with and ate horses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E217 · Wed, November 17, 2021
Paddy Dracula
A hot take art episode about Dracula and its relationship with Irish folklore and Cholera outbreaks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E216 · Wed, November 10, 2021
Science, Art, Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence
For Science Week, I chat with Dr Ruth Freeman, and Dr Aaron Golden who has just embarked on a project that uses AI to help communities in the global south track the impact of Climate Change on their agriculture and water supply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E215 · Wed, November 03, 2021
Custard Creams and The CIA
Boiling Hot Take.An exploration that links Victorian Fern fanciers with Custard Creams and the CIA interrogation of houseplants Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E214 · Wed, October 27, 2021
The Head to the Heart
4th Birthday episode. When trying to improve our mental health. How do we move new beliefs from our heads into our hearts ? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E213 · Wed, October 20, 2021
Robert Sheehan
I chat with Umbrella Academy actor Robbie Sheehan about Nicholas Cage vomiting a communion wafer in front of Eddie Van Halen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E215 · Wed, October 13, 2021
Why I want to fuck Captain Planet
A critical reappraisal of the Children's cartoon "Captain Planet" and its role in warning us about Climate change. I explore its roots in the Policies of Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. And contrast it with the Work of JG Ballard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E211 · Wed, October 06, 2021
Hot Cheesecake
How to survive living with your parents in your 30's. Salt Bae. Literature. The Downing of Facebook. I answer yere questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E21 · Wed, September 29, 2021
How Berlin voted out Vulture Funds
Berlin just voted to socialise 240,000 homes. Taking them from the ownership of investment funds. I chat to social policy and housing expert Dr Rory Hearne about how this happened, and what it means for Ireland and other countries that are facing a housing crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E209 · Wed, September 22, 2021
Overcoming Social Anxiety
With society emerging from the isolation of the pandemic. I've found myself feeling nervous about social situations. I speak about tools I've used in the past to overcome this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E208 · Wed, September 15, 2021
The Driver Theory Test
A postcolonial analysis of The Driver Theory Test. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E207 · Wed, September 08, 2021
Pat Graces Famous Fried Chicken
A history of how the long lost original Colonel Sanders KFC recipe is now only available in Limerick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E206 · Wed, September 01, 2021
Jim Sheridan
A Chat with Jim Sheridan, a multi Oscar nominated director and screenwriter from Dublin. We talk about the process of film making and when he took 50 Cent for pints in Sherrif Street Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E205 · Wed, August 25, 2021
Victorian Sex Communes and Breakfast Cereal
Extremely hot take. I trace breakfast cutlery and breakfast cereal to two opposing victorian sex communes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E204 · Wed, August 18, 2021
Yeh, Yeh, Yeh, Yeh
A podcast about when your ma Inhales the words "yeh, yeh, yeh, yeh" when she's listening to her friend on the Phone. Also known as Ingressive Speech Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E203 · Wed, August 11, 2021
Teenage Discos and Lynx Africa
By popular request, following on from the Chicken Fillet Roll podcast. I speak about the Irish cultural significance of Teenage Discos and Lynx Africa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E202 · Wed, August 04, 2021
Blame and Anger
Mental health podcast. I chat about how blaming other people can sometimes leave us feeling angry and powerless. How I identify these emotions and manage them healthily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E201 · Wed, July 28, 2021
The return of Manchán Magan
Manchán Magan is a documentary maker with a passion for the Irish language and folklore. We chat about the connection between rivers and ancient Irish knowledge, and the role of gender in the mythological Irish landscape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E200 · Wed, July 21, 2021
A history of Irish Summer Salads and Taytos
200th episode. A critical look at Irish summer salads, and Tayto crisps in Irish Culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E199 · Wed, July 14, 2021
Attachment Theory
Mental health podcast. How our earliest interactions with our parents can shape our adult friendships and relationships . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E198 · Wed, July 07, 2021
Pineapple Folly
A history of Ireland through lens of the Pineapple. A Deep dive, hot take. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S197 E1 · Wed, June 30, 2021
Does Irish music have North African origins?
Exploring the striking similarities between North African Berber singing and Irish Sean nós singing. Discussing an 1859 archaeological journal that claimed the Irish language was understood in North Africa. Revisiting Bob Quinns boiling controversial work on the subject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E196 · Wed, June 23, 2021
UFOs, Artificial Intelligence and how to gain Self Acceptance
Part one. Roasting take about AI and UFOs. Part two. Measured and reasoned mental health chat about developing self-acceptance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E195 · Wed, June 16, 2021
Croatian Fathers
I speak about the process of how television is made. And I chat about grief and death. Dealing with the sadness of losing someone you love Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E194 · Wed, June 09, 2021
How to solve the Housing Crisis
I chat with Dr.Rory Hearne. An expert in the policy field of Housing. We speak about the housing crisis, the renting crisis, homelessness. Why we are in this situation and what options exist to solve the crisis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E193 · Wed, June 02, 2021
Hieronymus Bosch
I chat about the painter Hieronymous Bosch, and how our modern vision of Hell is based on 12th century Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E192 · Wed, May 26, 2021
Sinéad O'Connor
I chat with singer and songwriter Sinéad O'Connor/ Shuhada’ Sadaqat about her new book "Rememberings" We speak about art, the creative process, and religion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E191 · Wed, May 19, 2021
13 steps I use to manage anxiety
I've been struggling with worry and anxiety recently. I outline a simple 13 step approach that I use to cope, and manage my anxiety. Also, I talk about UFO's and the sitcom Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E190 · Wed, May 12, 2021
It'll Be Grand
A cultural history and analysis of the Irish phrase "It'll be grand" and how it relates to a Limerick man who robbed people on an ostrich in 1860s Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E189 · Wed, May 05, 2021
Talking to a Neuroscientist about the Human Brain
Dr. Sabina Brennan is a neuroscientist, author, and podcast host. We chat about dementia, sleep hygiene, creativity, anxiety and depression, and how these things impact the human brain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E188 · Wed, April 28, 2021
How buildings create music
How the shape of Notre Dame Cathedral changed western music via Pythagoras. How mountains slowed down heavy metal music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E187 · Wed, April 21, 2021
A house built by ghosts and a car made of hash.
A house built by ghosts and a car made of hash. I answer yere questions by trying to think of the most interesting facts I know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E186 · Wed, April 14, 2021
Stereo sound and 13th century painting
The emergence of stereo sound in 1950's music shares strange similarities with 13th Century painting. A hot take Art history and music epiosde Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E185 · Thu, April 08, 2021
Lobster Purple
The connection between Lobsters becoming fancy food and purple becoming the colour of Royalty in Ancient Greece. Hot Take Art/History episode about how society manufactures exclusivity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E184 · Wed, March 31, 2021
The return of Emma Dabiri
I chat with academic and author Emma Dabiri about her new book "What white people can do next" From allyship to coalition. We speak about Racism, Anti Colonialism and Anti Capitalism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E183 · Wed, March 24, 2021
On Becoming a Person
The Humanistic psychology of Carl Rogers, and how it helps us develop empathy for others and self-compassion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E18 · Wed, March 17, 2021
Psychobiotics
Mental health and its relationship with the gut and food. I chat with UCC professors John Cryan and Ted Dinan about their world-leading research into psychobiotics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E181 · Wed, March 10, 2021
Tinsel Pinochet
Developing Emotional Resilience. I speak about fear, anger, sadness, and hurt. Distinguishing avoidable pain from unavoidable pain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E180 · Wed, March 03, 2021
Basils Fart Carnival
I speak about my experience of Irish secondary school Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E179 · Wed, February 24, 2021
Fluff Trumpet
How Superheroes in Irish folklore helped to create workers rights in America Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E178 · Mon, February 22, 2021
Yellow Magic Orchestra
Bonus episode. A special bonus episode where I speak about the influence of the band Yellow Magic Orchestra on the sound of Video game music. This particular episode is brought to you by Vodafone Broadband Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E177 · Wed, February 17, 2021
Crosby Stills & Hash
The widening gap between online and mainstream media. Mental Health during the pandemic. I answer yere questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E176 · Tue, February 09, 2021
Adam Curtis
I chat with legendary documentary maker Adam Curtis about his new film "can't get you out of my head" An emotional history of the modern world Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E1 · Wed, February 03, 2021
Appointive Plane
Guinness. I speak about the cultural significance of a pint of Guinness in the Irish Psyche Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E174 · Wed, January 27, 2021
Double Denim Utopia
I answer yere Questions about superstitions and mental health and I have a chat with Una Mullaly and Conner Habib about their project, Utopia Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E173 · Wed, January 20, 2021
Chicken Fillet Rolls
After many requests, here's a podcast about Chicken Fillet Rolls Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E172 · Wed, January 13, 2021
Wet Kensington Tent
How advertising has sold us a performed version of adulthood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E171 · Wed, January 06, 2021
Prix En Quicksand
Why was Quicksand so important in Childrens Cartoons of the 80's and 90's? A hot take that places Quicksand in the dark depths of the American psyche. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E170 · Wed, December 30, 2020
Best Chestnuts
Hot Take. The ideas that connects illegal British Army operations with Charles Manson and covert LSD research Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 23, 2020
Pummeled Duncans
Bonus Christmas fun. I was going to take the week off, but Instead, I chat about low self esteem and the family dysfunction of enmeshment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E168 · Wed, December 16, 2020
Ríthe Chorcaí
I speak about processing the bereavement of losing a friend and I read my short story Ríthe Chorcaí Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E167 · Tue, December 08, 2020
Hozier
To celebrate this podcast having 25 million listens. I have a chat with Irish artist Hozier. We speak about music, songwriting, folkore and divining water. Good craic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E166 · Wed, December 02, 2020
Transcendant Endas
I speak about the centenary of the Kilmichael ambush and answer yere questions about various craic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E165 · Wed, November 25, 2020
Fanta Hammer
Mental Health episode. Depression and anger. How to identify and healthily process anger so that it doesn't become all consuming rage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E164 · Wed, November 18, 2020
Exploding Kings and Gestalt Psychology
I speak about how I use Gestalt Psychology to maintain my mental health and I address exploding English kings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E163 · Wed, November 11, 2020
Christs Foreskin
How Christs foreskin became a relic with multiple forgeries throughout the middle ages How I made the Trump Pee Tape and fooled the American media. Famous Art Hoaxes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E162 · Wed, November 04, 2020
Turtle Curtains
Instead of talking about the US elections I offer a complete escape. How the inhabitants of Easter Island elected a leader based on their ability to swim with an egg strapped to their head. And how a ship full of synthesizerrs washed up on the shore of an African Island in the 1960s and changed the sound of their folk music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E161 · Wed, October 28, 2020
Manchán Magan
I chat with writer Manchán Magan about the origins of Irish words, and the psychadelic origins of Irish Folklore. Manchán has just released his book, 32 Words for Field (Lost Words of the Irish Language) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E160 · Wed, October 21, 2020
St Vitus Dance
How lads doing shots of Goldschlager in Celtic Tiger nightclubs got me thinking about 15th century dancing pandemics that killed thousands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E159 · Wed, October 14, 2020
Poo Anon
A hot take which roots the psychological origins of conspiracy theories in the discovery of soap by early human hunter-gatherer societies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E158 · Wed, October 07, 2020
Graham Norton
I chat with Author and TV presenter Graham Norton about living in a San Francisco commune in the 80s, Meeting loads of Famous people and writing his latest novel Home Stretch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E157 · Wed, September 30, 2020
Gizzard Penchant
The origins of the word Quare leads me to discuss art created by Elephants Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E156 · Wed, September 23, 2020
Sami Zayn
I chat with WWE Wrestler Sami Zayn about Kayfabe, Compassion, Islam and Politics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E155 · Wed, September 16, 2020
Punch us Pilots
A parasite that causes snails to masturbate uncontrollably and how Ireland legalised drugs for 24 hours and I took ecstasy on live radio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E154 · Wed, September 09, 2020
Disco is the real Punk Rock 2
The bizaare story behind a disco "Novelty Song" and why it is an important piece of art by a sex worker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E153 · Wed, September 02, 2020
Savoury Donovans
Relaxing mental health episode. I address yere questions about emotions and coping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E152 · Wed, August 26, 2020
Trolley Gogs
How Irony was deliberately dismantled post 9/11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E151 · Wed, August 19, 2020
The Gonad Archipelago
I react to finding out that I'm being monitored by the Irish Government for my political beliefs. Also, How I tackle feelings of insecurity and dread when I wake up in the mornings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E150 · Wed, August 12, 2020
Wrong Conkers
A hot take look at collectivism and individualism during a pandemic, in light of a recent study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E149 · Wed, August 05, 2020
Boola Bus
I answer loads of yere questions. Such as, How to deal with feeling insignificant in the universe, and overcoming creative block. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E148 · Wed, July 29, 2020
Frantic Canter, Bowsy Gallop
A history of American pop music (1820 to 1920). Why early American pop was sung in an Irish accent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E147 · Wed, July 22, 2020
Billy Idols Childhood Guitar
Hot Take, music and culture episode. A critical reapraisal of Billy Idols 1993 bizaare concept album about a computer that destroyed his mainstream career. Also a history of Cyberpunk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E146 · Wed, July 15, 2020
Clancys Pancake
How 1990s professional wrestling predicted the 2020s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E145 · Wed, July 08, 2020
Senator Lynn Ruane
I chat with Lynn Ruane who is an independent Irish senator and author of "People like me". As a Senator she has been a powerful voice in advocating for harm reduction and health based drugs legislation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E144 · Wed, July 01, 2020
Petrol Dentist
An Irish history of destroying statues. Why Barack Obama removed a statue of Winston Churchill from the oval office. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E143 · Wed, June 24, 2020
My Mental Health Philosophy so far
An overview of my entire mental health maintenance regime and the psychology and philosophy behind it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E142 · Wed, June 17, 2020
The Goblin of strange and uncertain times
A Hot take on Society's response to coronavirus through the lens of grief psychology. A Post Catholic view of Ireland's response Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E140 · Wed, June 10, 2020
Disraelis Bannister
How the evolution of a moths wings and the painters of the Romantic period were simultaneous indicators of Climate change in the 1800s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E140 · Wed, June 03, 2020
Lucifers Toothbrush
How the current aggressive miltaristic tacticts that US police use towards protestors and journalists was shamefully invented by a man from Dublin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E139 · Wed, May 27, 2020
Brenda and John Romero
The inventor of Doom, Quake and Wolfenstein. I chat with two legends of video games history. John and Brenda are founders of Romero games. They have been working in the video games industry since the early 80's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E138 · Wed, May 20, 2020
Abstract Art and the CIA
Hot take Art podcast. I explore and explain the importance of Abstract Expressionist art and how the movement was covertly funded by the CIA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E137 · Wed, May 13, 2020
The Divils Prayerbook
Blindboy speaks about Masks for all. Legalising cannabis, and grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E136 · Wed, May 06, 2020
Irish Folklore with Eddie Lenihan
I chat with Seanchai Eddie Lenihan about Fairy forts, Leprechauns and Irish folklore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E135 · Wed, April 29, 2020
Lilac Husbandry
Multiple Hot Takes about Sourdough bread, Christ and UFOs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E134 · Wed, April 22, 2020
Forgotten Pottage
Art podcast. A 20th century history of Avant Garde Participatory art as a device of social change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E133 · Tue, April 14, 2020
Ten Foot Hen Bending
I read my short story "Ten Foot Hen Bending" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E132 · Wed, April 08, 2020
Soda Jerk
A roasting hot take which interrogates the connection between chicken burgers served in 1990s Irish nightclubs and sandwiches made out of rubber which were served to Irish people in New York bars in the 1890s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E131 · Tue, March 31, 2020
Quantum Quarantino
I chat with Dr Michael Brooks, host of Science(ish) podcast who is a science writer and expert in Quantum Physics. We talk about everything from lightbulbs to Quantum computing to birds who have evolved a type of quantum technology in their eyes. I also give ye a recipe for a delicious cocktail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E130 · Wed, March 25, 2020
Bermuda Pube
Part 1. The Irish man who sparked a war in Burma because of shoes. Part 2. How I cope with my anxiety around the Coronavirus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E129 · Wed, March 18, 2020
Limmy
I chat with legendary Comedian, writer and streamer Limmy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E128 · Tue, March 10, 2020
Krapps Last Jape
What are the philosophical underpinnings of a podcast? What are the influences for this podcast ? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E127 · Wed, March 04, 2020
Julian Foolery
Four simple tips that I use to improve my life when I find myself in a rut with poor mental health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E126 · Wed, February 26, 2020
Hanleys Fiasco
I answer yere questions about Art,Scotland and difficult breakups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E125 · Tue, February 18, 2020
Ode to a princely bin chicken
A relaxing ASMR experience. Join me as I talk out of my arse about plants in the Royal Botanical Gardens in Sydney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E124 · Tue, February 11, 2020
Psychedelic drugs as mental health treatment
A chat with Dr Paul Liknaitzky, who is an expert on ground-breaking medical research into the use of drugs like psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA to treat depression and addiction, and an investigator on Australia’s first clinical psychedelic trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E123 · Wed, February 05, 2020
Immunology and Viruses
I chat with professor Luke O Neil who is an expert in immunology. We talk about the immune system, how it's affected by sleep and diet. And also how viruses spread around the world and why bacteria becomes resistant to antibiotics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E122 · Wed, January 29, 2020
Bonus Porpoise Torture (original piano version)
Mad Irish history stories but with the original piano music. A woman from Cork is kidnapped and becomes the Queen of Morocco. A famous bear in France Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E121 · Tue, January 28, 2020
Bonus Porpoise Torture
Mad stories from Irish history. A woman from Cork who gets kidnapped and becomes the Queen of Morocco. The tale of a a famous dancing bear in France Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E120 · Wed, January 22, 2020
Barechest Kestrel
Hot take: How the film groundhog day is about Buddhism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E119 · Wed, January 15, 2020
The Wolfetones
Two part podcast. Part one, some historical context and a hot take on the commemorations of the RIC. Part two, a chat with Brian Warfield, lead singer of Irish rebel band, The Wolfetones Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E118 · Wed, January 08, 2020
Damp larkin
History of Disco part 3. A look into San francisco's influence on Disco with HI NRG music, particularly the work of underground producer patrick Cowley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E117 · Wed, January 01, 2020
Dr.Sharon Lambert
I chat with Forensic Psychologist Dr.Sharon Lambert and we have fierce craic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E116 · Wed, December 25, 2019
Fellas Never dad
I read some of my favourite poems beside a digital ocean. Happy Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E115 · Wed, December 18, 2019
Bog Savage Dynamite Skunk
Mental Health episode. I discuss how to tackle core beliefs, which we learn in childhood and carry into adulthood. They can negatively influence how we view ourselves, other people and the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E113 · Mon, December 16, 2019
Dunphys Bunting
How getting consistent electric shocks from a tin of beans lead to a hot take about big data. Also contains a hidden recipe for a delicious vegan curry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E114 · Tue, December 10, 2019
David O Doherty
I chat with comedian David O'Doherty about musical comedy and cycling gear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E112 · Wed, November 27, 2019
Maura
Relaxing Podcast. I read my new short story "Maura" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E111 · Wed, November 20, 2019
Dolmio Hairstyles
How to be Assertive in the face of adult bullying, Superhero films and Adulthood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E109 · Wed, November 13, 2019
Bun Dungeon
A chat on a porch in Los Angeles where I chat with Legendary hip hop photographer Brian Cross/B Plus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E108 · Wed, November 06, 2019
Science Week 2019
I chat with two scientists about positive Climate Change approaches and solutions. Specifically Biofuel. With Jerry Murphy and Clare watson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E108 · Wed, October 30, 2019
Dark Salad
How an Italian in 1913 predicted Heavy Metal music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E107 · Tue, October 22, 2019
Curly Sunshine
I answer yere questions. What are the signs of abusive relationship? When is drinking a problem? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E106 · Wed, October 16, 2019
Gammy Rococo Haircut
Art podcast. How the artistic movements of Baroque, Rococo and NeoClassicism reflected the society and politics of their time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E105 · Wed, October 09, 2019
A dozen Bus Cousins
I discuss Climate Anxiety, and how to cope with it. I also read a new short story. Recorded on a park bench. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E104 · Wed, October 02, 2019
Grundle Dunlop
Why artists today struggle financially. I discuss how Pokemon go is designed to topple governments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E103 · Wed, September 25, 2019
Coneydwendydwelve
I explore existential anxiety through Kony 2012, my first day at school and the book The Pigeon by Patrick Suskind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E102 · Tue, September 17, 2019
Gruyere in the Desmond
Recorded live from Yurtys Couch for a relaxing experience, I read the first story from my new book Boulevard Wren. Pre order details within Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E101 · Wed, September 11, 2019
Trevelyans Vienetta
Update on Andy the Goose. Should adulthood start at 24? I explore the concept of adulthood through the film Home Alone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E100 · Wed, September 04, 2019
Glenroe Speedball
It's the 100 episode. The origins of the song spastic hawk, which culminates in a murder mystery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E99 · Wed, August 28, 2019
Lestrygonians
A critical deconstruction of the Argos catalog, and making the case for eating insects as a way to tackle climate change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E98 · Wed, August 21, 2019
Sexy rural windmill
An asmr podcast from a Park bench in Toronto. I speak about spotify, the psychology of irish soccer fans, and ancient Irish food Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E97 · Wed, August 14, 2019
The Devils Shelf
Instagram and the psychology of Body Image. Techniques for coping with Body image issues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E96 · Wed, August 07, 2019
Dr. Pat Bracken
Pat Bracken is a psychiatrist and a doctor of Philosophy. He is critical of mainstream psychiatry and the power that pharmaceutical companies hold over the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E95 · Wed, July 31, 2019
Poltergeist of a Builder
The battery in my faulty smoke alarm unexpectedly explodes mid podcast. Which leads to several tangents, culminating in me writing a song about it. And then talking about Nuclear material in Smoke alarms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E94 · Tue, July 23, 2019
Colm O Gorman
Colm O Gorman is the director of Amnesty Ireland, and founder of 1 in 4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E93 · Wed, July 17, 2019
Cousin Suntan
Why the kim Kardashian of the Victorian era was an Irish Woman born in 1821 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E92 · Tue, July 09, 2019
Arse Children Part 1
A reading of my short story Arse Children Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E91 · Tue, July 02, 2019
Dr. Billy Mag Fhloinn
An chat with Dr. Billy Mag Fhloinn who is an expert in Irish folklore,Ritualistic animal sacrifice, and pre christian Irish practices. It's good craic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E87 · Fri, June 28, 2019
Emma Dabiri
Emma is an academic who focuses on African Studies. We chat about her bestselling book "Don't Touch My Hair" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E90 · Wed, June 26, 2019
Brutus Flute
How US border control is creating a Panopticon. Also, Barack Obamas deep space 9 fanfiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E89 · Wed, June 19, 2019
Thatchers Spit
Love Island, Naked Mole Rats and the Mushroom Internet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E88 · Wed, June 12, 2019
Boscos Throat
A podcast recorded on a San Francisco corner. Captured in full stereo for an aural experience. Listen with earphones or on decent speakers. Don't listen on your phone speaker if you can avoid it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E86 · Wed, May 29, 2019
Tiocfaidh ár Lawn
A history of the negative impacts that colonialism has had on Irish biodiversity . Proactive Suggestions and guerilla techniques for helping Irish biodiversity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E85 · Wed, May 22, 2019
Pavlova Gonad
A cultural history of Irish faction fighting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E84 · Wed, May 15, 2019
Parsons Arse Party
How emotions can make us "dumb" and "Stupid" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E83 · Tue, May 07, 2019
Endas Ten Spot
Why do we enjoy content about serial killers? What is the secret to inner peace? What's the difference between English and Irish Nationalism? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E82 · Wed, May 01, 2019
Sweat Pension
How China has created God. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E81 · Tue, April 23, 2019
Saint Barts Tarmac
A chat with Conner Habib. Conner is a porn performer, occultist and academic. He hosts the against everyone with Conner Habib podcast. We speak about, sex workers rights, porn and the occult. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E80 · Wed, April 17, 2019
Piss Cloister
Transactional analysis Part 2. Part 1 is Creaking Ditch Pigeon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E79 · Wed, April 10, 2019
Brewsters Whoop
Meditation, Fainting up a mountain in Donegal & the story of a strange documentary about Michael Collins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E78 · Wed, April 03, 2019
Cistercian Perfume
How Paris causes psychosis in certain people from Japan. Chats about meditation, and a full guided meditation at the end Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E77 · Wed, March 27, 2019
Brendan Heaven
How a serial Killer boxing someone in the throat lead to the music of Nirvana Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E76 · Wed, March 20, 2019
Ellie Kisyombe & Michelle Darmody
Two part podcast. First half: hot takes on Paddys day and the music of Enya. Second half: an interview with Ellie and Michelle, Founders of Our Table, an organisation that raises awareness around the Direct Provision system, using food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E75 · Wed, March 13, 2019
Bulbous Generous Terrence
Reaction to the Michael Jackson documentary and How I cope with anxiety attacks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E74 · Wed, March 06, 2019
Vincent Fist
Sheela Na Gig, Blade Runner, calling out wrongs, Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E73 · Wed, February 27, 2019
Glass Fascist Gasp
I plea for the return of a decapitated corpses head and then Robbie Williams rings me on the phone . I also talk about music, specifically Michael Jackson. Bonus content, the History of the Knights Templar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E72 · Wed, February 20, 2019
Rectum Pen Pals
Why the Tom Hanks film Big, is the most important sci fi of the past 40 years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E71 · Wed, February 13, 2019
Bunsens Junk
Procrastination, what is it? Why do we do it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E70 · Wed, February 06, 2019
St Annes Handstand
Collie Ennis is an expert in insects and frogs, we discuss how their decline indicates climate change, and what can be done about it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E69 · Wed, January 30, 2019
Wet Declan
King Theodore of Corsica, The Bystander Effect, The Environment, Social Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E68 · Wed, January 23, 2019
Kerrymans Tennis Racket
How the political thinkers of the Harlem Renaissance drew inspiration from Irish Revolutionaries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E67 · Wed, January 16, 2019
Julias Gulag
How a Japanese watchmaker in the 1940's influenced Detroit Techno Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E66 · Wed, January 09, 2019
Purcells Burst
The History of Soho, and a treatise on the emotion of Anger ` Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E65 · Wed, January 02, 2019
Gelded Dennis
I chat about New Years resolutions, and also about getting better sleep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E64 · Wed, December 26, 2018
Tara Flynn
An interview with comedian, writer and activist Tara Flynn. I also rant about Red Dead Redemption 2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E63 · Wed, December 19, 2018
Gaslit Jam Packed Banister Gamble
How to achieve personal meaning, Stan Culture, Bruce Springsteens Son Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E62 · Wed, December 12, 2018
Dumb Blubber Pandy
A look at Edward Bernays, the originator of propaganda and advertising Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E61 · Wed, December 05, 2018
Mourners Portion
How would humans be portrayed in a nature documentary made by Aliens? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E60 · Wed, November 28, 2018
Beyond the Otters Saucepan
Watching a scottish man wank with Boyzone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E59 · Wed, November 21, 2018
Juniper Shrew
HOTTEST TAKE YET, IT'S ABOUT THE SWASTIKA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E58 · Tue, November 13, 2018
Bernadette Devlin McAliskey
Thoughts from Spain, and and interview with Human and Civil rights activist Bernadette Devlin McAliskey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E57 · Wed, November 07, 2018
Intro to Cognitive Psychology Pt4
How to cope with the inevitable pain of existing as a human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E56 · Wed, October 31, 2018
Sugar Push
A hot take on the History of Sugar and Rum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E55 · Tue, October 23, 2018
Roddy Doyle
A conversation with booker prize winning writer, and national treasure, Roddy Doyle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E54 · Tue, October 16, 2018
Sultans Cunny
Body Image, Asceticism, Buddhism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E53 · Tue, October 09, 2018
David McWilliams
A conversation with economist David Mcwilliams about solutions to the housing crisis, vulture funds, brexit and shelving yokes up his jaxxy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E52 · Wed, October 03, 2018
Ultans Gullet
I discuss how a critic reviews food with his face and how Russian politics is shaping western culture, while ultimately talking out of my arse for over 70 minutes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E51 · Wed, September 26, 2018
An Intro to cognitive psychology Pt 3
Due to many requests, here's a third installment. Also, I chat about why podcasts are class and TV is for crybabies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E50 · Wed, September 19, 2018
Intro to Cognitive psychology Pt2
Update on the housing crisis protest, More cognitive psychology, how to improve self esteem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E49 · Wed, September 12, 2018
An intro to cognitive psychology pt 1
Also, I speak about the housing crisis for a bit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E48 · Tue, September 04, 2018
Drinking wine with Vincent Browne
A conversation with legendary journalist Vincent Browne Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E47 · Wed, August 29, 2018
How a Volcano changed the course of Art
Gulches Puck. In 1816, a Volcano erupted in Indonesia, causing a year long winter. This episode looks at how that impacted Painting and Literature Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E46 · Tue, August 21, 2018
A Spike Lee Joint full of boldy
I go to London and Interview Spike Lee. We have craic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E45 · Wed, August 15, 2018
Donald Trump and the History of Hip Hop
How rebellion to the social conditions of early 70's New York created the most important artform of the late 20th century.. I also answer questions about alcohol and anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E44 · Wed, August 08, 2018
Joneses Groan
Dealing with online critics, A Gin conspiracy theory, A DNA Conspiracy theory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E43 · Wed, August 01, 2018
St Audens Tapedeck
Being an Artist with Dublin rent, Tony Mcgregor's Jacket, Nazi Eugenics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E42 · Tue, July 24, 2018
Goslings Guilty Gusset
I got mouldy and couldn't record a full podcast. Here's my live interview with author Louise O Neill *Content Warning. Discussion around sexual assault Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E41 · Wed, July 18, 2018
Creaking Ditch Pigeon
Do you feel like you keep repeating the same mistakes over and over, and don't know why? Click here to find out why, you prick. (Transactional analysis) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E40 · Wed, July 11, 2018
Titmilk Pinprick
Che Guevara, Bereavement, storytelling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E39 · Sat, July 07, 2018
LIVE PODCAST
A conversation with with longtime Irish LGBT activists Will St Leger and Tonie Walsh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E38 · Wed, July 04, 2018
Soss Potion
How to wash your balls, Daniel O'Connell's rap feud, Horoscopes, Hash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E37 · Wed, June 27, 2018
Jocking Constance Wop
Anatomy of an Irish Salad. 2pacs favorite drink. Body Image . Morning Depression Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E36 · Wed, June 20, 2018
Churlish Turnstile
A bizarre theory on Reality. What is reality?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E35 · Wed, June 13, 2018
Steeplechasers Sepia
The History of Disco Part 2. House Music/Techno Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E34 · Wed, June 06, 2018
DeVitos teapot
Disco is the Real Punk Rock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E33 · Wed, May 30, 2018
Butchers French
Happiness, Purpose, Meaning, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E32 · Wed, May 23, 2018
Jolly Fauntelroy
A history of performance art, Coffee, Toilets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E31 · Wed, May 16, 2018
Wasp Doctrine
Folk Mythology, Dog Saints, The Heroes Journey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E30 · Wed, May 09, 2018
Tunnel Dunkers
Dictators, Birdsong, Poetry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E29 · Tue, May 01, 2018
Brolly Tonsils
Cillian Murphy Interview, Repeal the 8th, Siegfried Sassoon, Dada, Site Specific Theatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E28 · Tue, April 24, 2018
Marble Charles
Psychological operations, sound as a weapon of war, magicians Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E27 · Wed, April 18, 2018
Husband Dove
Tragic dog history, nuclear war, embracing the morning dew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E26 · Tue, April 10, 2018
Fallons Volume
A woman giving birth to a rabbit, Conor Mcgregor, Irish folk music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E25 · Wed, April 04, 2018
Boulevard Jenga
Spanish Lads dressed like the KKK, Toxic lad culture, Emotional intelligence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E24 · Tue, March 27, 2018
Jocular Guff
Facebook vs Christ, an in-depth look at the Irish Famine and Magdalene Laundries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E23 · Wed, March 21, 2018
Malibu Castle Bastards
Almost getting in a plane crash with Jedward, Why Adam from the Bible was a Cuck, the art of William Hogarth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E22 · Wed, March 14, 2018
Cossacks Frock
Otters killing a monkey, Sykes Picot agreement, Impressionist painting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E21 · Wed, March 07, 2018
Candle Angler
An interview with Goldsmiths prize winning author Kevin Barry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E19 · Tue, February 27, 2018
Brandos Dartboard
Platos Cave, Cargo Cults and meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E18 · Tue, February 20, 2018
Gods Posture
Bebo and the Human Condition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E17 · Tue, February 13, 2018
Jockeys Porridge
Live, from Duncairn arts centre Belfast. Blindboy interviews Donzo from DC walking tours about the troubles in Northern Ireland and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E16 · Wed, February 07, 2018
Custard Gust
Poitin, Changelings, angel readings, hot takes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E15 · Wed, January 31, 2018
Scanlons Pang
Fragile Masculinity, Horse Soup, Stainless Steel Mugs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E14 · Wed, January 24, 2018
Finucanes Ointment
The history of three separate monkeys in Irish History. Polish cans, neoliberalism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E13 · Wed, January 17, 2018
Jesuit Drip
Tropes, Sideways Hailstones, Death Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E12 · Wed, January 10, 2018
The Tanners Enamel
How to be happy. Meeting metaphorical dogs. Homers Odyssey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E11 · Wed, January 03, 2018
Hugged Up Studded Blood Puppet
I have the flu, here's a short story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E11 · Wed, December 27, 2017
Luxury Tungsten
Collectivism vs Individualism, Dogs Vs Cats, The Trout of No Craic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bonus · Mon, December 25, 2017
Christmas bonus episode "Malaga"
Happy Christmas. Have a short story. Full Podcast on Wednesday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E9 · Wed, December 20, 2017
Gaslight Parsley
Northern Soul, Cheap speed, Rave Music, Literature Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E8 · Wed, December 13, 2017
The Monsignors Beak
Submarines, Marxism, Alcohol, Androids, Racism, Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E7 · Wed, December 06, 2017
Gander Panderer
The History of Paint, The Brits, Sleep Paralysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E6 · Wed, November 29, 2017
Yurty Aherne
Meeting an otter called Yurty Aherne who taught me about the last man hanged in Ireland. Also, Carl Jung, St.Brendan and The Kinks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E5 · Wed, November 22, 2017
Essential Turkish Taint
Cannabis, Postcolonialism, Lyndon B Johnson and Ghosts . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 E4 · Wed, November 15, 2017
Shovel Duds
Blindboy talks Trump, Conor MCgregor and Pine Martens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 08, 2017
Scaphism
Blindboy discusses tiki cocktails as hyperreal simulacra and asks if piss soaked denim causes epilepsy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 01, 2017
The Bourneville Chorus
In this Episode, Blindboy tackles death and gowls Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, October 25, 2017
Did you read about Erskine Fogarty?
In Episode one, Blindboy debuts a short story from his upcoming book , while also discussing the psychology of creativity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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