Bitesize Irish Podcast

As we head into a dark winter in Ireland, Eoin shares with you two relevant phrases to say in Irish Gaelic. He explains what each part of the phrase means. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get to hear: How to … Two Winter Irish Gaelic Phrases (Ep. 54) Read More » The post Two Winter Irish Gaelic Phrases...

Where is Scottish Gaelic, or Gàidhlig, spoken? What were those Gàidhlig-speaking areas like, and what is their health today? Professor Boyd Robertson, Principal of Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, joins Eoin to share the culture of Scotland. Discussion podcast in English. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get to hear: About Sabhal Mòr Ostaig – … Gàidhlig with Prof Boyd Robertson (Ep. 53...

Do you love to hear about the “little people”, or the síoga as we call them in Ireland? Or maybe you’ve grown up too much, and you think you don’t need to hear such a story every now and again! In this episode, hear Mary Murphy read out one of her stories “Say You Will”. … Say You Will by Mary Murphy (Ep. 52) Read More » The post Say You Will by Mary Murphy (Ep. 52) first appeared on Bitesize Iris...

Get the behind-the-scenes info about how the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast gets to your earbuds every two weeks. After our recent article on Being Bitesize is Beautiful, where you got to read about our team, in this episode you’ll hear how the podcast itself gets to you. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, … Behind the Podcast (Ep. 51) Read More » The post Behind the Podcast (Ep. 51) f...

Bob Burke discovered the Irish language in his 40s. Was that too old to start to learn to speak Irish? Not at all! Listen to this discussion podcast (in English), and you’ll hear how Bob’s lovely spoken Irish Gaelic is. Bob is the former president of the North American Association for Celtic Language Teachers. What … Not Too Old to Start with Bob Burke (Ep. 50) Read More » The post Not Too Old to...

When did the Irish language cross into Ireland? What was there before it? Was “Celtic” spoken across Europe? How much did the Irish language change over the centuries? Those are only a few of the questions I had for Dr Ranke de Vries. Ranke holds the Ben Alder Chair of Celtic Studies at St Francis … Celtic Studies with Dr. Ranke de Vries (Ep. 49) Read More » The post Celtic Studies with Dr. Ranke...

Get insights into Irish Gaelic’s positive future in Ireland and in Irish society. Broadcaster Conn Ó Muíneacháin grew up with a passion for the Irish language. He came to the conclusion that he had to create content in the Irish language through blogs and podcasts to strengthen his ties to the language. What you’ll hear: … Irish Will Live with Conn Ó Muíneacháin (Ep. 48) Read More » The post Irish...

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Imelda White is from Ard a’ Ratha in County Donegal, Ireland. She has taught Irish language classes in California for several decades. What you’ll hear Imelda’s kind encouragement and words of wisdom to learners of Irish Gaelic who feel stuck Reasons to attend a Deireadh … From Donegal to California with Imelda White (Ep. 47) Re...

Dave Hogan of Dove Chauffeur Drive reads his inspiring story “And We Think We Know”. Dave is a member of the Kinvara Writers’ Group in County Galway, Ireland. This is an episode of our podcast. What you’ll hear Dave’s touching account of a family he was driving around Ireland Mentioned in the show Dave’s blog … “And We Think We Know” by Dave Hogan (Ep. 46) Read More » The post “And We Think We Kno...

Ger Killeen is a native of Limerick City, Ireland, and resides near Portland, Oregon. He teaches at Marylhurst University. He shares his Irish language poetry, and his experience with the Irish language in Oregon. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear Ger’s beautiful poem in the Irish language – … A Poem in Irish with Ger Killeen (Ep. 45) Read More...

Dave Hogan is an experienced chauffeur driver in Ireland, and a wealth of knowledge. He shares his best tips for a memorable trip to Ireland. Discussion podcast about traveling in Ireland (show is in English). What you’ll hear Get the best out of your trip to Ireland: how long to travel for, where to visit, … Chauffeur Driven Vacations with Dave Hogan (Ep. 44) Read More » The post Chauffeur Driven...

Seán Mag Uidhir (John McGuire) established the Irish language immersion weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. He speaks Irish, and shares his journey of learning the language. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear How to deal with losing the initial enthusiasm of wanting to speak Irish (Gaelic) The keys … Irish Language in Dallas-Fort Worth (Ep. 43)...

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Irish-American author Brighid O’Sullivan shares with us her love for Ireland through eight things you didn’t know about Ireland. What you’ll hear Brighid’s Irish background growing up Words in English that came from Ireland and the Irish language Irish people who contributed to scientific discoveries … 8 Things You Didn’t Know A...

Irish artist and illustrator, Aislinn Adams, has taught the Irish language in Salem, Oregon. Hear her journey through Washington D.C., attending an Irish language immersion weekend (Deireadh Seachtaine), and on to her interest in the connection between plant life in Oregon and Ireland. About the illustration at the top of this page: “The direct translation … Irish Oregon Connections with Aislinn A...

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Devin Blankenship is founder and president of the Indiana Celtic Community. After traveling to Ireland, he attended an Irish language immersion weekend in Madison, Wisconsin. He went on to found a regular study group in Bloomington, Indiana, where he also run their annual Irish Gaelic … Zero to Immersion Weekend with Devin Blank...

The future of the Irish language is unsure and controversial. Hear our three long-term predictions for the Irish language. What you’ll hear The Connemara dialect will dominate, because of TG4 television station being based there (there are three main dialects of Irish Gaelic) The general Irish language accent will change, gravitating towards the English language, … Three Bold Predications for the...

Podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Do you need a bit of motivation for speaking some Irish Gaelic? Eoin covers the top ten reasons for speaking Ireland’s native language What you’ll hear Ten reasons to speak the Irish language Welcome to our newest Bitesize Irish Gaelic members: Dustin in Oklahoma City. Michael … Ten Reasons to Speak Irish Gaelic (Ep. 38) Read More » The po...

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Neil Jackman founded Abarta Audio Guides. They’re downloadable, easy-to-follow, guides for tourist spots across Ireland. What you’ll hear Ireland’s history and heritage through pre-historic times Neil’s journey to Ireland, and his impression of Ireland’s heritage http://youtu.be/d2R2cmrx1w0 Mentioned in the show Abarta Audio Gui...

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). This is an interview with Karen Reshkin from Chicago is an Irish language instructor at Na Gaeil. She’s also a musician, playing the fiddle Karen is an accomplished Irish language speaker. What you’ll hear Karen’s approach to learning: do it in small regular pieces Don’t … It’s All In Your Perspective, with Karen Reshkin (Ep. 36...

Podcast interview in the English language. Brian Ó hAirt is an American sean-nós singer, musician, and a speaker of the Irish Language. Brian shares his connection with Ireland’s real culture, through song and Irish Gaelic. What you’ll hear Brian’s instant connection with the Irish language after hearing a song on the radio when he was … Irish Language in Portland, Oregan with Brian Ó hAirt (Ep. 3...

After about 13 years in Ireland, Elena Clancy shares her experiences with traveling around Ireland. She’s originally from Siberia in Russia, and now lives in Cork. In the recording, Eoin mentions this as Episode 033, but it’s being published as Episode 034. Sorry for the confustion. Also, apologies to Elena for the original spelling “Russion” … A Russian in Ireland with Elena Clancy (Ep. 34) Read...

Inis Meáin is a small island off Ireland’s Atlantic west coast. It’s a strong Gaeltacht area, where the Irish language is spoken. Ceri Garfield spent five months with Máire Pháidín on the island, who is a “legend” on the island. The documentary will be called “Cé hÍ Máire Pháidín?” (which means, “Who Is Máire Pháidín?”). … Inis Meáin documentary with Ceri Garfield (Ep. 33) Read More » The post Ini...

Living around Kansas City, Conchúr is a native of Belfast city. Eoin met him at Kansas City Irish Fest in 2014. What you’ll hear What it was like growing up in Belfast Segregation in Belfast, past and present The state of the Irish language in Belfast Life as an Irish man in the States Teaching … Belfast Native Conchúr McNeasa (Ep. 32) Read More » The post Belfast Native Conchúr McNeasa (Ep. 32) f...

Are you just getting started with tracing your family tree? You might be surprised about the advances in genealogical research, particularly around commercial DNA analysis. Michael Carragher is the president of the Irish Family History Forum of Long Island and New York City. He was kind enough to share his knowledge in this episode of … Latest Advances in Genealogy with Michael Carragher (Ep. 31)...

Discussion podcast with Michael Carragher who grew up in New York. During his childhood, his family would travel over to their relations back in Ireland. Michael is the president of the Irish Family History Forum, and got interested in Irish Gaelic through his interest in genealogy. What you’ll hear How country life has changed over … Childhood in Monaghan with Michael Carragher (Ep. 30) Read More...