The Irish Pagan School Podcast

Send us Fan Mail ✨ Take the Heroes and Villains of Ancient Ulster Class: https://irishpaganschool.com/p/ulsterheroes1 Who was the most important druid during the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology? Jon O'Sullivan answers this intriguing question by exploring the life and influence of Cathbad, a pivotal figure in the Ulster Cycle.  While often overshadowed by figures like Cú Chulainn or Conchoba...

Send us Fan Mail ✨Take the Class Here:  Cú Chulainn - A Life of Stories https://irishpaganschool.com/p/cuchulainn1 Is Cú Chulainn a true tragic hero, or is his story more complicated than it seems? In this insightful video, Jon O'Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School delves into the myths and historical contexts surrounding one of Ireland's most famous figures, Cú Chulainn (Setanta Mac Súa...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Is the Dearg Dú Ireland’s very own vampire legend? In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the terrifying folklore surrounding the Dearg Dú, a revenant said to rise from the grave to seek revenge and drain the life force of her victims.  Originating in County Waterford, this und...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Is the Headless Horseman part of Irish mythology? Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores this question by delving into Irish folklore about the Dullahan, a fearsome, headless rider often connected with death omens like the cóiste bodhar, or the Silent Death Coach. Discover the origins of the...

Send us Fan Mail ✨SAMHRADH – SUMMER SOLSTICE IN IRELAND - https://irishpagan.school/summer-solstice-ireland/ In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School discusses the significance of the summer solstice in Irish Paganism. He explains what the summer solstice is and its importance in Irish culture, both historically and in modern practices. Jon highlights the connections between...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this fascinating exploration of Irish mythology, Jon O'Sullivan of the Irish Pagan School delves into the lore of the King of Cats, a prominent figure in Irish folklore and the mysterious cat sídhe of the Otherworld.  Discover how this legendary feline ruler and his subjects appear in stories both adve...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Are there Irish creatures in mythology that can cause you to die of fright? In this fascinating video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the terrifying myth of the Geniti Glinni, spectral beings known as the "spirits of the valley." Discover how these otherworldly entities are...

Send us Fan Mail ✨Take the Class Heroes and Villains of Ancient Connacht - https://irishpaganschool.com/p/connachtheroes1 Was Queen Medb (Maeve) of Connacht truly just a jealous woman, or is there more to her story? In this episode, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the often misunderstood character of Queen Medb from the Táin Bó Cuailnge. Exploring her motivations, Jon rev...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ Take the Death in Ireland Class Here: https://irishpaganschool.com/p/deathinireland Curious about what happens to Irish Pagans when they die? In this episode, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School opens up the ancient lore surrounding death in Irish Paganism.  Discover the significance of Teach Donn, the House of Donn, and its role as the place where Irish souls go af...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Is it possible to be infested with a monster from Irish folklore? Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the eerie tale of the Alp Luachra, a parasitic creature that enters a person’s body and slowly consumes their food’s essence, leaving the victim starved and weakened.  Through ancient myth...

Send us Fan Mail 👉 Take the Full Class - Being a Bard - https://irishpaganschool.com/p/bard Are Irish bards physically or spiritually built differently? Join Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School as he explains the fascinating world of Irish bards, exploring ancient and medieval texts that suggest there may be something unique about their biology and powers. Discover the myth of the bar...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Is it possible to come face-to-face with an Irish Fairy Púca and live to tell the tale? Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School dives into the folklore of the Púca, one of Ireland's most mysterious and unpredictable Sidhe creatures.  With its various forms—ranging from a menacing dark horse to a m...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE - The Dagda - Hearth Hero & Domestic Deity  - https://irishpaganschool.com/p/dagda-hearth The Dagda’s story in Irish mythology isn’t just a tale of one-time heroic feats or simple endings. As a central figure of the Mythological Cycle, the Dagda is a god of immense wisdom, resilience, and resourcefulness. But where does his story end? Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Did you know that the River Barrow is believed to be the grave of a monstrous creature that could have destroyed all of Ireland? Join Jon O'Sullivan as he leads you through the ancient Irish myths surrounding this legendary river.  Discover the fascinating connections to the Tuatha Dé Danann, the Morrigan...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this episode, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the fascinating myth of the Glas Gaibhnenn, the magical cow from Irish mythology that could feed entire tribes.  Discover how this ancient creature is connected to the Tuatha Dé Danann, Goibniu the Smith, and even the downfall of Balor,...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Wondering what to do with perishable offerings in your spiritual practice? Join Jon O'Sullivan as he explores the importance of mindful offerings and how to handle foodstuffs and other perishable items. Discover the cultural and environmental considerations involved, including when and how to dispose of o...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this insightful episode, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the fascinating myth of the Leannán Sidhe, the "Fairy Lover" of Irish mythology. Jon explores the stories of these mysterious beings who form romantic relationships with humans.  From the tragic tales of Leannán Sidh...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the heart-wrenching story of Sadhbh, the mother of Oisín, from Irish mythology. Sadhbh's tragic fate begins when she is magically transformed into a deer against her will by the Dark Man, known as an fear doirche.  Her eventual escape...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this deep dive into the ancient figure of Crom Cruach, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the lore, legends, and mystery surrounding this lesser-known Irish deity. Crom Cruach, an enigmatic figure from Ireland’s pre-Christian past, is mentioned in texts like the Annals of the Four Mast...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the fascinating world of leprechauns, shedding light on whether there’s only one type of these mythical creatures in Irish folklore. Jon dives into the origins of leprechauns in Irish mythology, discussing how the term has evolved over tim...

Send us Fan Mail St. Patrick: What’s the Real Story? → https://irishpaganschool.com/p/st-patrick ☘️ You’ve heard the tales - Saint Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland, the snakes were actually Druids, he wiped out the Druids, and converted the whole island to Christianity. But what if we told you none of that is true? In this episode, Lora O’Brien from the Irish Pagan School sorts fact from fi...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free What would you do if faced with a monster from the Otherworld? Dive into the myth of Ellén Tríchend, Ireland's legendary three-headed beast, and its ties to the Cave of the Cats (Oweynagat), an ancient gateway to the Otherworld. In this video, Jon O’Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School unpacks the stories...

Send us Fan Mail 📩 FREE RESOURCE: Download your free Ogham guide for authentic and practical learning → https://www.ogham.academy/ogham-101-guide Join Lora O'Brien as she shares her personal journey with Ogham – from growing up in Ireland with a vague awareness of it, to navigating misinformation, to ultimately studying and teaching authentic Ogham practice. 📜 In this episode, Lora discusse...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School delves into the many names of the Dagda, one of the most prominent deities in Irish mythology. The Dagda, also known as Eochaid, Olathair, and Ruadh Rofhessa, carries names that reveal his diverse roles and attributes, from being a "Good God&q...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free Curious about the symbols associated with the Dagda? Join Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School as he explores the fascinating symbols linked to this multifaceted deity of Irish mythology. Learn about the Dagda's harp, club, cauldron, and other symbols that represent his immense power and wisdom...