Lora O'Brien & Jon O'Sullivan
The Irish Pagan School Podcast
Authentic Connection to Ireland. Regular episodes from native presenters and teachers - Lora O'Brien and Jon O'Sullivan - on Irish History, Heritage, Mythology, Folklore, the Tuatha Dé Danann, Fairy Faith, Irish or Celtic Paganism... direct from the Irish Pagan School HQ in County Waterford, Ireland. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask their own questions for these episodes, and get the answers about a month before anyone else! 😉 Join us on Patre...
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Lora O'Brien & Jon O'Sullivan
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Social Justice and Satire in Ireland 08.07.2026 17:42
Send us Fan Mail 🔗 FREE LEARNING RESOURCES! - https://www.irishpaganschool.ie/free Can laughter bring justice? Jon O’Sullivan explores how satire has long been used in Irish tradition as a weapon for truth, justice, and accountability, long before it became punchlines and parody. You’ll learn: The ancient Irish laws protecting aor (satire) as a serious legal and spiritual tool How poets like Caip...
Who is the Main God in Irish Paganism? 01.07.2026 10:50
Send us Fan Mail 🔗 FREE LEARNING RESOURCES! - https://www.irishpaganschool.ie/free Is there a "main god" in Irish Paganism? In this podcast, Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School dives into this complex question and unpacks the truth behind the Tuatha Dé Danann. Unlike other pantheons, the Irish gods are a collective – a tribe of deities, each with unique roles, stories, and skills...
Can you Use Irish Paganism to learn about Scottish Paganism 24.06.2026 16:01
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://www.irishpaganschool.ie/free Is Irish Paganism a valid gateway to understanding Scottish Paganism? Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores this frequently asked question and provides insights into the historical, mythological, and cultural connections between Ireland and Scotland. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: Irish and Scottish...
Why would a Dagda devotee not like Lugh? 17.06.2026 18:50
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://www.irishpaganschool.ie/free Why would someone devoted to the Dagda feel uneasy about Lugh? Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the mythological tensions between these two powerful Irish deities and shares his personal perspective on why he doesn’t connect with Lugh in his own spiritual practice. 🔍 What You’ll Learn...
How to connect to Irish Paganism without Irish Ancestry 10.06.2026 18:53
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://www.irishpaganschool.ie/free Can you connect to Irish spirituality even if you don’t have Irish ancestry? The answer is YES! In this video, Jon O’Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School discusses how anyone, regardless of lineage, can respectfully and meaningfully connect with Irish Paganism and culture. ✨ What You’ll Learn: The History...
Making Time for Your Spirituality 03.06.2026 19:57
Send us Fan Mail ✨ YOUR FREE GIFT - Daily Spiritual Practices for Irish Paganism - Simple PDF Guide - https://irishpagan.school/practice Feeling like you don’t have enough time for your spiritual path? You're not alone. In this gentle and grounded talk, Jon O’Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School explores how time is shaped by modern life, and how reclaiming your time through simple, mindful ac...
Ogham in Medieval Manuscripts 27.05.2026 13:15
Send us Fan Mail 📩 FREE RESOURCE: Download your free Ogham guide for authentic and practical learning → https://www.ogham.academy/guide Ogham is best known as the ancient script carved into standing stones across Ireland - but did you know that it also survived in medieval manuscripts? 📜 While its use on stone declined after the 7th century, Irish scholars continued studying, adapting, and even...
Why Did Jon Say No to the Morrigan? 20.05.2026 25:22
Send us Fan Mail ✨ YOUR FREE GIFT - Daily Spiritual Practices for Irish Paganism - Simple PDF Guide - https://irishpagan.school/practice ✨ VIDEO - How I Met the Morrigan - https://youtu.be/FVSrRY38bjA?si=EEC56EaJWwnK8uSk What happens when The Mórrígan calls… and you say no? In this personal and insightful video, Jon O’Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School shares his experience of encountering The M...
The Life and Death of Irish Gods 13.05.2026 16:48
Send us Fan Mail ✨ YOUR FREE GIFT - Daily Spiritual Practices for Irish Paganism - Simple PDF Guide - https://irishpagan.school/practice Have you ever wondered where the Tuatha Dé Danann came from or what happens to them when they die? Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the origins, journeys, and legacies of Ireland's gods, as well as their connection to the Otherworld. ✨ I...
Does Studying at the Irish Pagan School make you Pagan? 06.05.2026 22:37
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this thought-provoking discussion, Jon O'Sullivan, co-founder of the Irish Pagan School, explains what it truly means to study Irish mythology, culture, and spirituality with the school. Discover: Why studying at the Irish Pagan School does not automatically make you Pagan or a magical practitioner. Th...
Bealtaine in the Irish Tradition 29.04.2026 21:31
Send us Fan Mail For authentic Irish Bealtaine resources from Irish Pagan School: https://irishpagan.school/bealtaine Most of what you'll find online about Bealtaine isn't Irish. In this video, Jon O'Sullivan (Irish Seanchai and co-founder of Irish Pagan School) takes you through what actually happened on May Day in Ireland: the May Bush, not the Maypole; yellow flowers on the thres...
Do Titles Matter in Paganism? 22.04.2026 23:00
Send us Fan Mail 🔗 FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR❗ - https://irishpagan.school/free Do you need a title to be valid in Irish Paganism? What’s the difference between being a bard, a priest, or a File? In this video, Jon O’Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School explores the role of titles within Irish and Celtic Pagan traditions. He shares hard-won insight from personal experience, community care,...
Who is Danu? 04.03.2026 11:52
Send us Fan Mail ✨ Looking for simple Irish Pagan practices that fit real life, without pressure or performance? Get the free guide here: https://irishpagan.school/practice Who is Danú? Explore the enigmatic figure of Danú in Irish mythology with Jon O’Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School. Origins of Danú: Understanding her place in Irish lore through the genitive form in "Tuatha Dé Danann&qu...
Is it Magic or just Spicy Psychology? 25.02.2026 28:23
Send us Fan Mail 🔗 FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR❗ - https://irishpagan.school/free Is magic real, or just a spicy blend of psychology and ritual? Join Jon O’Sullivan as he explores this modern question through the lens of Irish Paganism. We unpack Crowley’s definition of magic—“using natural forces to create change in accordance with one’s will”—and examine everything from candle-lighting t...
Where to Start with Irish Paganism, and How to Go Slowly 11.02.2026 26:11
Send us Fan Mail If you’re new to Irish Paganism, or quietly circling it, this episode begins with the most important question underneath it all: am I allowed to be here? Lora speaks directly to the concerns so many careful learners carry, especially around ancestry, appropriation, and getting it wrong. This is a grounded, steady orientation to what Irish Paganism actually is, what it is not, and...
When is Imbolg? 28.01.2026 9:26
Send us Fan Mail ✨Imbolg Fire Festival Cheat Sheet - https://irishpagan.school/imbolc-cheat-sheet/ ✨Irish Pagan Imbolg Ritual - https://irishpagan.school/pagan-ritual-imbolc/ When is Imbolc? Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School answers this commonly debated question and explains why understanding what Imbolc represents may be more important than pinpointing an exact date. ✨ In this video:...
Can You Follow Both an Irish Pagan Path and a Buddhist Path? 24.09.2025 14:29
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Is it possible to explore both Irish Paganism and Buddhism on your spiritual journey? Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School speaks to this thought-provoking question posed by a patron. Drawing on Irish polytheistic practices, Coir Coibhneas (right relationship), and personal insights, Jon explores:The eth...
Ireland's Dangerous Water Hound 17.09.2025 6:16
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Did you know Ireland has its very own terrifying water hound from mythology? Known as the Dobhar Cú, or "dark water hound," this creature is said to be part hound, part otter, and entirely deadly. In this video, Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School shares the chilling legend of the Dobhar Cú, i...
When is A Corvid Just a Corvid 27.08.2025 12:21
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free When is a corvid just a bird, and when might it be a messenger of the Morrígan? In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the significance of corvids—such as crows, ravens, and rooks—in Irish mythology and their associations with the Irish goddess, The Morrígan. Drawing from spiri...
How many Altars is Too Many Altars? 20.08.2025 17:20
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Is there such a thing as too many altars in Celtic Paganism? In this video, Jon O'Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School answers a common question about altar space and how to manage multiple deities in pagan spiritual practice. Drawing on his experience with the Tuatha Dé Danann, Jon discusses the importanc...
Why do people ignore Prophecy? 13.08.2025 22:39
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free n Irish mythology and across many cultures, characters often ignore or defy prophecies—leading to memorable lessons or devastating consequences. But why does this happen, and what can it tell us about our own relationship with divination and guidance? Jon O'Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School dives into th...
Magic of the Ulster Cycle 06.08.2025 10:38
Send us Fan Mail ✨ Take the Full Class Here: https://irishpaganschool.com/p/ulster-cycle-magic Was magic still a part of the Ulster Cycle in Irish Mythology? In this video, Jon O'Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School dives into the magical elements of one of Ireland's most famous mythological cycles. From the epic saga of the Táin Bó Cuailnge to lesser-known tales of prophecy, shapeshiftin...
Who is Lughnasa REALLY About? 30.07.2025 10:00
Send us Fan Mail ✨ Rediscovering Ireland's Hidden Goddesses - https://irishpaganschool.com/p/hidden-goddess In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School delves into the true origins and meaning behind Lughnasa, one of Ireland's most significant festivals. While it's easy to associate Lughnasa with the god Lugh due to its name, Jon reveals that the festival actua...
Did the Otherworld Influence the Táin Bo Cuailgne? 23.07.2025 12:01
Send us Fan Mail ✨Take the Class Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/p/otherworld_ulster_cycle1 In this deep dive into Irish mythology, Jon O'Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School explores the influence of the Otherworld on the legendary events of the Táin Bó Cuailnge (Cattle Raid of Cooley). While the Ulster Cycle is often seen as a story of human heroes and battles, there's an undeniable...
Did the Bulls in the Táin Bo Cuailgne Hate Each Other? 16.07.2025 10:33
Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Did the two legendary bulls, the Donn Cuailnge and the Finnbhennach, have a rivalry in the Táin Bó Cuailnge? In this engaging video, Jon O'Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School delves deep into the lore of Ireland’s Ulster Cycle to uncover the myth behind these famous creatures. Discover the backstory of th...
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