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Celtic Arts Podcast
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Dive into the rich tapestry that is the Celtic culture with host Stiofán on Celtic Arts Podcast.
From expert analysis on iconic artefacts such as the Book of Kells and the Ardagh Chalice to captivating folklore stories from the time of the Tuatha Dé Danann and Fionn MacCumhaill, there are so many things to discover and learn for the culture and Celtic enthusiast! But that's not all, oh no! – explore the modern-day impact Celtic heritage has had on sports, pastimes, dance, tradition and other entertainments. How about hearing from the fascinating man who hunts far and wide for ancient 'lifting stones' that were thought to be long gone? or hearing about the Cornish one day a year game of Hurling! There's also an Irish game of Hurling as well with it's roots steeped in Celtic lore. Gangani, the Celtic Bard tells us about his life performing all around the world. Perhaps hearing about the vibrant Celtic culture in the USA or Australia appeals to you. There are no shortage of interesting discussions to be had and listened to that reveal the backbone of our cultural heritage.
From expert analysis on iconic artefacts such as the Book of Kells and the Ardagh Chalice to captivating folklore stories from the time of the Tuatha Dé Danann and Fionn MacCumhaill, there are so many things to discover and learn for the culture and Celtic enthusiast! But that's not all, oh no! – explore the modern-day impact Celtic heritage has had on sports, pastimes, dance, tradition and other entertainments. How about hearing from the fascinating man who hunts far and wide for ancient 'lifting stones' that were thought to be long gone? or hearing about the Cornish one day a year game of Hurling! There's also an Irish game of Hurling as well with it's roots steeped in Celtic lore. Gangani, the Celtic Bard tells us about his life performing all around the world. Perhaps hearing about the vibrant Celtic culture in the USA or Australia appeals to you. There are no shortage of interesting discussions to be had and listened to that reveal the backbone of our cultural heritage.
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The Carnyx - a conversation with Dr. John Purser
Jun 19, 202400:27:12Tap to summarizeSend us a textwww.celticartspodcast.com Stiofán speaks with Dr. John Purser about the ancient Celtic intrument The Carnyx, it's history and evidence, discoveries, composed music and the reproduction of one in the early 1990s. Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Contemporary Celtic Art, how it was revived and it's history
Jun 17, 202400:19:00Tap to summarizeSend us a textProfessor Etienne Rynne, for the Blackrock Society in 2007, wrote on the revival of Celtic Art. His article is read out to the listener in full. Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
Transcribe →Artist Taster - Celtic Artist KR Australia
Jun 16, 202400:03:25Tap to summarizeSend us a textThis is a promotional snippit from the interview with KR Celtic Artist who lives in Australia. Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Folklore - Three Manx Tales
Jun 15, 202400:11:52Tap to summarizeSend us a textThree Manx tales are read by Stiofán. The making of Mann, How the Manx Cat lost it's tail and The Coming of St. Patrick. Somewhere in there you'll also discover how the Manx Triskelion came about! (If you believe it). This episode is just a small taster of what you can expect to hear in the Folklore story section of Celtic Arts Podcast when you subscribe. Go raibh maith agaibh. Artwork by Richard Hill Art. Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Culture - Irish Bones. The world's second oldest instrument as told and played by Tom from Irish Bones.
Jun 14, 202400:24:40Tap to summarizeSend us a textTom Connelly tells us all about the ancient instrument of the Bones. He alludes to it's Celtic Heritage but also it's worldwide heritage. Later he plays a little jig and a reel for us. Go raibh maith agat Tom from www.irishbones.com Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Ireland's Celtic Revival first masterwork 'The Cromlech on Howth' Stiofán and Stephen Walker discuss
Jun 13, 202400:31:45Tap to summarizeSend us a textStephen Walker joins me and lends me his expertise on the Celtic Revival Masterpiece the book The Cromlech on Howth, art by Margaret Stokes. Some Celtic knotwork is discussed towards the end of the interview.Enjoy listening,Go raibh maith agaibh Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Culture - A conversation about Cornish Hurling. PLEASE NOTE Audio quality not wonderful in places.
Jun 13, 202400:13:23Tap to summarizeSend us a textGerry and Stiofán discuss the Celtic game of Cornish Hurling. Unknown to the host beforehand it's a new discovery. There's a little bit of Collar and Elbow in the episode and a little of two old fellows giving out. The audio on this episode isn't great. Regardless it is still worth listening to. Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Irish Folktale Short - King Underwaves Daughter
Jun 11, 202400:08:52Tap to summarizeSend us a textRead from a 1904 Dún Dealgan Press version. This story was adapted for children of the time. Enjoy, Go raibh maith agaibh. Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Irish Folktale - An Giolla Dachair
Jun 10, 202400:12:05Tap to summarizeSend us a textA reading of An Giolla Dachair taken from a 1904 publication. It's not very well read by me to be honest so I expect to re-record this at some stage. Try it out though. Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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Irish Folktale short - Ailne's Revenge
Jun 10, 202400:09:24Tap to summarizeSend us a textA reading from 1904 book published by Dún Dealgan Press called Ailne's Revenge. Enjoy the short story, go raibh maith agaibh (Thank you) Support the showWe hope that you find this episode interesting and please don't hesitate to contact us on facebook.com/celticartspodcast or celticartspodcast@gmail.com if you so wish. If you wish to subscribe please go to www.celticartspodcast.com Go raibh maith agat.
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