The Irish Question: A Film on Brexit, History, and Unity
This episode of the Irish Stew Podcast features a discussion with documentary filmmaker Alan Gilsenan and journalist John Walsh about their film 'The Irish Question.'
The film delves into the recent history of Ireland, the partition between North and South, and contemplates the concept of a United Ireland in the post-Brexit era. The conversation highlights the impact of Brexit, economic and cultural complexities, and the fragile peace established by the Good Friday Agreement.
The episode also touches on the importance of Truth and Reconciliation as a foundational step towards any potential unification. Recorded at the Capital Irish Film Festival in association with Solas Nua, this discussion pays homage to diverse Irish identities and urges a deeper conversation on Ireland's future.
Links
Alan Gilsenan - Director
- Website: Yellow Asylum
- Wikipedia
- Twitter / X
John Walsh - Writer
Solas Nua
Episode Details: Season 7, Episode 16; Total Episode Count: 119
00:00 - Introduction
02:47 - Alan Gilsenan Background
04:43 - John Walsh Background
08:51 - The Irish Question - Origin Story
15:34 - Goals Behind the Film
20:09 - An Unlived History
25:49 - Brexit and Future Border Pressures
33:14 - German Reunification as a Model?
39:15 - Logjams to Unification
43:31 - Visiting the Graves
47:40 - Brexit Advantages?
52:34 - Martin Recaps
53:48 - Credits