Alignments in the Irish Landscape? With Guest Ray Keogh
Join Ciarán McMahon and me as we talk to Ray Keogh, who first noticed that certain landmarks were aligned while visiting Egypt. This realisation led to his searching for similar…
Changelings, Fairies, and Witchcraft? The Full, Unsparing Account of Bridget Cleary’s Murder in March 1895
Ballyvadhea, County Tipperary – March 1895Retold by Kevin Flanagan on 31 October 2025 In 1895, gripped by paranoia and fear, Michael Cleary and his accomplices would burn Michael's wife, Bridget,…
The Visionary Master Behind Ireland’s Mythical Revival: A Conversation with Jim Fitzpatrick
Few artists have done more to shape the visual language of Irish mythology than Jim Fitzpatrick. With a brush that seems equally at home in the ancient and the modern, Fitzpatrick has spent decades conjuring the gods, warriors, and otherworldly beings of Gaelic/Celtic legend into vivid, unforgettable life...
How Ireland Came To Be Named After A Goddess: The Story of the Milesians Arrival at the Hill of Uisneach
The story of the Milesians’ arrival in Ireland, their encounter at Uisneach with the three goddesses Ériu, Banba, and Fódla, and the events leading to the Battle of Tailtiu (often…
The Collar of Morann: A Missing Symbol of Justice in Modern Ireland?
This article ventures into the heart of Irish folklore and history, spotlighting Morann and his legendary Collar—a beacon of justice and wisdom once featured on the emblem of the Department…
Macha the Red – Ireland’s Female High-King
Macha was daughter of Aedh Ruadh (Ayrooa), or Red Hugh, who was at this time in an agreement to share the sovereignty of Ireland in rotation every seven-years with another…
From the Egyptian Nile to the Emerald Isle: Exploring the Lost Connections Between Ancient Ireland and Egypt
The ancient lands of Ireland and Egypt, separated by vast distances and contrasting landscapes, might seem unlikely counterparts in the annals of history. Yet, whispers of connections between the two…
Tailtiu: The Divine Maternal Heartbeat of Ireland’s Mythical Landscape
In the heart of Irish mythology lies a tale of unmatched sacrifice, strength, and maternal love – the story of Tailtiu, a figure who embodies the essence of agriculture, culture,…
Heroic Biography: King Conor Mac Nessa and ‘The Ulster Cycle’ of Irish Mythology
In the annals of Irish mythology, there are many complicated and nuanced characters who have been passed down through the ages, with all their human flaws intact. Conchobar mac Nessa…
Heroic Biography: Maeve of Connacht – The Intoxicating Warrior Queen
Queen Maeve, or Medb, is a figure of significant importance in the annals of Irish mythology. She primarily features in the tales of the Ulster Cycle, the oldest of the…