Dilwyn Mac Amhraín

Roots of the Past 🎶🧙‍♂️🌳🌿

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Roots of the Past is a podcast where ancient tradition meets modern life. Hosted by bard, journalist and music producer Dilwyn Mac Amhraín (Dilwyn_The_Bard), the show explores the living legacy of a Welsh-Irish Druidic lineage—one that claims to have survived in secret for centuries and predates the 1700s Druid Revival. Through personal stories, interviews, and original music, Dilwyn investigates what it means to carry the old wisdom he was taught from his late mentor, Fenra, into the present: from mysterious encounters and oral teachings to the blending of ancient ritual with new technology....

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Dilwyn Mac Amhraín

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Roots Of The Past Episode 5 06.09.2025 1:00:26

Dive into the fifth episode of Roots of the Past, where bard Dilwyn tackles the labyrinthine story of the Druids by digging through both written myths and the silent evidence of the landscape. What begins as a search for ancient sources quickly transforms into a true detective story, exposing how generations—from Greek poets to Roman generals—reimagined Druidic tradition at every retelling. This e...

Roots Of The Past - Episode 4 29.07.2025 58:51

In this deeply personal and evocative episode of 'Roots Of The Past', Dilwyn the Bard commemorates eight years since the passing of his mentor, Fenra, with a moving pilgrimage to Fenra’s Oak near Little Bol*ock. Interwoven with wit, original music, and honest reflection, Dilwyn unpacks the profound legacy of Fenra—a high-ranking Druid, healer, and teacher whose influence stretches far beyond his y...

Roots Of The Past - Episode 3 15.07.2025 1:06:59

In the third episode of Roots of the Past, Dilwyn the Bard welcomes the enigmatic Lady Absynthia Carnage for a captivating, free-flowing conversation about how we can truly understand the ancient places that surround us. Together, they invite listeners to step beyond the surface of familiar landscapes and consider what it means to walk in the footsteps of those who came before. Dilwyn and Absynthi...

Roots Of The Past - Episode 2 13.07.2025 56:34

In this episode of Roots of the Past, Dilwyn the Bard takes listeners on a journey through the curious crossroads where ancient tradition meets modern life, all while marking the 40th anniversary of Live Aid. He reflects on how that legendary concert was far more than just a musical milestone—it sparked a new era of global charity, celebrity activism, and the belief that music can genuinely drive...

Roots Of The Past - Episode 1 30.06.2025 46:18

In the debut episode of Roots of the Past, host Dilwyn Mac Amhraín (a.k.a. Dilwyn_The_Bard) pulls back the curtain on his unlikely journey from Derbyshire journalism student to apprentice of a secretive Welsh-Irish Druidic tradition that claims to predate the 1700s Druid Revival. With wit and humility, Dilwyn recounts his first meeting with Fenra—a man who seemed equal parts Gandalf and Tesco regu...