Arun Sharma x Simon Allen

The 12 Pod Plan to Improve Irish Happiness

Society EN ↓ 3 episodes

Alongside fellow Ulsterman, Simon Allen, poet Arun Sharma takes us on a winding, sometimes dark journey through the brooding landscape of Troubles era Ireland. Hear the tales, meet the characters, relive the horrors, all alongside Sharma's evocative poems.

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Arun Sharma x Simon Allen

Episodes

12 Pod Plan | Episode 3 | A Black and Endless Light 05.07.2026 45:30

The conversation delves into the impact of shared trauma, loss, and mental health in the context of growing up in the North of Ireland. It also explores the role of music as a unifying force and the cultural impact of casual violence. Definitely a barrel of laughs this one!

12 Pod Plan | Episode 2 | Donna the Hure 21.06.2026 31:21

The podcast episode delves into various themes, including workplace banter, toxic masculinity, and the impact of gender consciousness. It also explores the cultural war and evolution in society. Arun and Simon share personal experiences and reflections on these topics, providing valuable insights into the complexities of gender dynamics and societal change. Who knew? All through the lens of 1990's...

12 Pod Plan | Episode 1 | Petrol Sniffers 07.06.2026 42:35

The podcast hosts, Arun and Simon, engage in a conversation about poetry, music, and shared memories. They discuss their experiences with poetry, music, and the nostalgia of growing up in the 80s and 90s. The conversation also delves into the joy of creativity, the influence of music on writing, and the connection formed through shared experiences and memories. The conversation delves into the rur...