In something of an epilogue to our “Lost in Belfast” series, former U.S. Congressman and U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland Joseph Kennedy III joins Irish Stew for a wide-ranging conversation on politics, peace, and public service. From the streets of Belfast to the tumult of Washington, Kennedy reflects on…
Today, we hear the story of an American congressman who changed the lives of thousands of Irish people, the foundation created to honor his legacy, and the big event this fall that will celebrate that legacy. To tell the tale, we have two Irish individuals who benefited from the Morrison…
In his third appearance on Irish Stew, historian Dr. Damian Shiels joins Martin Nutty for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation. Now living in Finland, Damian shares the personal story behind his move abroad, driven by Ireland’s rising cost of living and the opportunities remote work provides. The episode explores Damian’s…
The Smuggler is back and rhyming its way through Ireland, so we updated our earlier episode with actor Mick Mellamphy with news of his Irish tour of Ronán Noone’s award-winning one-man tour de force this July. Set on a wealthy American island enclave and performed in rhymed verse, The Smuggler…
Declan Curran talking about the challenges of interpreting online posts about his film 'Dear Imelda' on the Japanese short film platform: SAMANSA Get the full episode on all major podcast platforms or at IrishStewPodcast.com #GlobalIrishNation #IrishPodcast #Podcast @solasnua8766 @samansajp @NITVShorts #IrishFilm #Shorts
In this episode, host Martin Nutty chats with Declan Curran, actor, writer, and producer of the acclaimed short film Dear Imelda. Declan traces his creative path from creating teenage comedy sketches on YouTube to crafting award-winning short films that have screened at festivals worldwide. His growing success is highlighted by…
Connla McCann discusses organizing table seating for hundreds at one of Aisling Events' conferences. How does she decide to put who with who. #GlobalIrishNation #LostInBelfast #Belfast #NorthernIreland #IrishPodcast #Podcast
Máirtín O Muilleoir talking about the importance of understanding the experience of the diasporic Irish when visiting Ireland for the first time #GlobalIrishNation #IrishPodcast #Podcast
When you have a good story to tell, why not invite the world? For our Lost In Belfast (https://www.irishstewpodcast.com/categories/lostinbelfast) series finale, we convene in the Titanic Hotel’s grand vaulted hall, where the ill-fated ship was designed. Hundreds have gathered from across local communities and from around the globe for the…
Linda McKenna reads "Fifty Miles" from her collection "Four Thousand Key" published by Doire Press Get the full podcast episode, which includes two more readings, an exploration of Linda's work, and the story behind her Dublin origins and life in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland #IrishPodcast #IrishPoetry #Poetry #LostInBelfast #Writing
In the 10th episode of the Irish Stew Podcast's Lost in Belfast series, host Martin Nutty sits down with poet Linda McKenna. Together, they discuss poetry, history, and forgotten voices of Irish history. Linda's path to poetry began almost by accident, but her talent was apparent, confirmed when she received…
Rex Daugherty, AD of Theater as Solas Nua, talking about how the Washington, DC Irish arts organization aspires to be the storytelling equivalent of an Irish Pub #GlobalIrishNation #IrishAmerican #IrishPodcast #Podcast @solasnua8766
Rex Daugherty, AD of Theater as Solas Nua, talking about how the Washington, DC Irish arts organization aspires to be the storytelling equivalent of an Irish Pub #GlobalIrishNation #IrishAmerican #IrishPodcast #Podcast @solasnua8766
Andrew Dolan, Executive Director of Solas Nua, discusses how the Washington, DC Irish Arts organization handles the lack of a brick-and-mortar home. #GlobalIrishNation #IrishAmerican #IrishPodcast #Podcast @solasnua8766
Kate Meenan-Waugh talks about how a book giveaway led to her involvement with the Washington DC Irish Arts organization, Solas Nua where she is now Co-Chair of the board. #GlobalIrishNation #IrishAmerican #IrishPodcast #Podcast @solasnua8766
In this episode of Irish Stew, host Martin Nutty connects with key figures from Solas Nua, a dynamic Washington, D.C.-based arts organization devoted to contemporary Irish culture. Recorded during the Capital Irish Film Festival, the conversation features: • Kate Meenan-Waugh, Board Co-Chair • Andrew Dolan, Executive Director • Rex Doherty,…
John Kelly talks about his childhood interactions with the inmates of the Crumlin Road Gaol during the Troubles. That former Victorian prison location is now home to McConnell's Irish Whisky, an old brand dating back to 1776, relaunched to put #Belfast whiskey back on the map. @mcconnellswhisky541 #NorthernIreland #IrishPodcast #GlobalIrishNation…
Join us in jail, or is it gaol, as in the Crumlin Road Gaol, the last Victorian era prison relic in Northern Ireland, now being put to better use as the home of the Belfast Distillery Company, working to revive the classic old McConnell’s Whisky brand and creating a major…
Suzanne Savage talks about challenges and decisions that must be made when performing a Leonard Cohen song. Get the full episode on your favorite #podcast platform or at our website: IrishStewPodcast.com. #GlobalIrishNation #IrishPodcast #IrishMusic @suzannesavage #Belfast #NorthernIreland #Vocalist #jazzsinger
When you’re in a UNESCO City of Music, you expect to hear some great sounds, which we did when we found our way to the Duncairn Centre for Culture & Arts to hear the Belfast singer, songwriter, performer, and musical explorer Suzanne Savage. Hooked at age seven by an Ulster…
Journalist and writer of the Irish Question, John Walsh talks about his take on the impact of the #Brexit 2016 referendum vote on the island of #ireland Get the full episode on your preferred #podcast platform, or at IrishStewPodcast.com #GlobalIrishNation #IrishPodcast #IrishHistory #IrishFilm #Documentary #Film @solasnua8766 #CIFF #Journalist
Alan Gilsenan talking about the disconnect between those who lived in the Republic of Ireland and those in Northern Ireland. His film, The Irish Story explores the history from the partition of Ireland up to the present day Get the full episode on your preferred #podcast platform, or at IrishStewPodcast.com…
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…
