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Produced by Hot Press, this six-part series will focus on half-a-dozen revolutionary female figures from Ireland, going back to the era during which Irish independence was established and the new State took shape: Dr Kathleen Lynn, Eva Gore-Booth, Helena Moloney, Margaret Skinnider, Helen Chevenix and Elizabeth O'Farrell. Fronted by Niamh Browne and Alana Daly-Mulligan, Airbrushed: Irish Revolutionary Queer Women is designed to give listeners an insight into the private lives of some of the formidable women who shaped the country – including Chief Medical Officer of the Irish Republican Army,...

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Episode 6: Margaret Skinnider 04.12.2024 30:55

"School-teacher turned sniper!" Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne, along with Dr. Mary McAuliffe, as they explore the remarkable life of Margaret Skinnider, the youngest of the Irish revolutionary women they’ve discussed. A proud member of Cumann na mBan, Margaret was the only female combatant wounded in action, having been shot three times on April 27th while attempting to set fire...

Episode 5: Elizabeth O’Farrell 27.11.2024 29:15

Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne, along with Dr. Mary McAuliffe, as they delve into the inspiring life of Elizabeth O'Farrell, best known for delivering the surrender notice during the 1916 Rising but whose contributions extend far beyond that moment. A fluent Irish speaker from working-class inner-city Dublin, Elizabeth was ideologically committed to social justice. Explore her rel...

Episode 4: Helen Chenevix 20.11.2024 15:47

Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne, joined by Dr. Mary McAuliffe, as they shine a light on Helen Chenevix, a prominent figure in the Irish Women Workers' Union and a dedicated activist and pacifist. Her and her partner Louie Bennett, were considered a ‘power couple’ in terms of women's workers' rights and feminist activism 🌈✨. In this episode, we explore Helen's impactful journey an...

Episode 3: Helena Moloney 13.11.2024 22:21

"The patron saint of lost causes," a title fitting for the iconic Helena Moloney, who once tried to dig her way out of prison with a spoon. Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne as they explore the vibrant life of this prominent queer member of Cumann na mBan and an actress with a larger-than-life personality. Discover how a powerful speech from Maud Gonne completely radicalised Helena,...

Episode 2: Eva Gore Booth 06.11.2024 20:33

"Queer theory before queer theory was invented." Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne as they delve into the life of the well-respected writer and poet Eva Gore-Booth with Dr. Mary McAuliffe. A passionate pacifist, Eva was deeply involved in Irish nationalism, women’s rights, trade union equality, and animal rights. We explore her romantic partnership with fellow activist Ester Roper, w...

Episode 1: Dr Kathleen Lynn 31.10.2024 19:52

In Episode 1, journalists Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Brown are joined by Dr. Mary McAuliffe, a historian and Director of Gender Studies at UCD, to discuss the remarkable life of the amazing Irish revolutionary Dr. Kathleen Lynn. We dive into her many roles in society, activism for social issues and her dynamic partnership with fellow revolutionary Madeleine ffrench-Mullen. 🌈✨This episode is e...