The Irish Pagan School Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School shares personal insights, reflecting on fear and its impact on his life. He discusses the concept of fear, its causes, and how it influences individuals. Jon also delves into the significance of hope and education in combating fear and emphasizes the importance of community and solidarity during challenging times. He p...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free In this video Jon explains the historical context of the Tuatha Dé Danann and the Milesians, highlighting the significance of right relationships and how the Milesians adjusted their approach to integrate with the Tuatha Dé Danann. He emphasizes the importance of honouring ancient bonds and maintaining a respe...

Send us Fan Mail Triskelion: Spiral of Irish Paganism: https://irishpagan.school/triskelion/ In this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School explores the significance of the triskelion in Irish Paganism. He explains what a triskelion is and its historical and cultural context, particularly in relation to the Neolithic period and its prominent presence at Newgrange. Jon discusses the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jon explores a community question regarding the possibility that the Tuath Dé Gods of Ireland are the same as the Gaulish Deities. ✨ 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 videos, and get the a...

Send us Fan Mail Ceist From valentinax8266 - Can I practice Christianity as well as Paganism? In this episode Jon delves deep into exploring multi path spirituality, this time with Christianity and Paganism. The answer is both as simple and as complex as you might imagine. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - htt...

Send us Fan Mail The Dagda Bard shares a story exploring cross pantheon relationships with a  large an noisy Dagda based interruption. ✨ 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 videos, and get the answers about a month before a...

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 addresses the importance of discussing gender, sexuality, and neurodiversity in Irish Paganism. He explains why inclusivity and acceptance are essential in their teachings and how they work hard to create a safe and supportive community. Jon also r...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ 5 Day Morrigan Challenge - https://www.morrigan.academy/challenge In this episode, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School addresses the common experiences and misconceptions people have about the Mórrígan. He discusses how some individuals approach the Mórrígan with entitlement or misinformation and why their negative reactions reveal more about themselves than the dei...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jon explore the importance of community to not just our spiritual growth but our very survival as both individuals and as a species ✨ 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 videos, and get the...

Send us Fan Mail In this Episode Jon shares what he considers to be his favourite 'Morrigan Moment' from the lore of Ireland's past ✨ 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 videos, and get the answers about a mo...

Send us Fan Mail How do you find the Sovereignty Goddess in Irish Mythology intersects with the actual historical status and rights of women in early Irish society? 💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 In this thought-provoking video, Dr. Gillian Kenny delves into the representation of the Sovereignty Goddess in Irish Mythology and its intersection...

Send us Fan Mail What will our community find most surprising about the Banshee?! Dr. Kenny's full class on the Banshee, and many more, are available on demand right now... 💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Join us in this captivating video where Dr. Gillian Kenny unravels the complex tapestry of the Banshee, blending history with folklore....

Send us Fan Mail What drew Dr. Gillian Kenny to study the lives of women in medieval and early modern Ireland? 💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 In this insightful video, Dr. Gillian Kenny, a popular teacher at the Irish Pagan School, shares the inspiration behind her journey into the lives of women in medieval and early modern Ireland. Discover...

Send us Fan Mail Lora O'Brien chats with Dr. Gillian Kenny, a distinguished scholar who also teaches at the Irish Pagan School. They delve into the realm of Irish fairies, the deep-rooted fairy faith in Ireland, and the iconic figure of the Banshee. Join us as we explore the often misunderstood and misrepresented aspects of these powerful entities in Irish folklore.  💥  Gillian's Classe...

Send us Fan Mail Jon talks about his own experiences with the other crowd and whether he has seen, or would want to see, them. ✨ 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 videos, and get the answers about a month before anyone el...

Send us Fan Mail Jon shares a tale from Ireland National folklore collection about fairies stealing cattle and how a person might be lucky enough to recover a stolen cow. ✨ 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 videos, and ge...

Send us Fan Mail Is it possible to join a fairy hunt if you don't own a horse? Well in this episode Jon takes us through a story recorded in out National folklore collection on just this topic. ✨ 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 questi...

Send us Fan Mail Can you worship the Norse and Irish Pantheons at the same time?  This a common enough question we experience and so we thought Jon could take  some time to talk about this and provide some perspective. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to...

Send us Fan Mail Question: Witch hunting in Ireland presents a complex narrative. Could you contrast how Ireland's witch hunts differed from those elsewhere in Europe?💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Explore the unique narrative of witch hunting in Ireland and how it contrasted with the witch hunts across Europe. What did Native Irish Witc...

Send us Fan Mail Lora O'Brien walks you through the FAQs they've received for the annual 6 month Morrigan Intensive programme. Enrollment is open for 4 more days! 🐦‍⬛ Full Details at - https://www.morrigan.academy/intensive24 🐦‍⬛ ⚠️ If you missed it! - Waiting List 2025 - https://morrigan.mykajabi.com/waiting-list-2025-join ⚠️ With this Programme you can cultivate a fulfilling and li...

Send us Fan Mail Question: The 'Lost World of Gaelic Ireland' is a poignant topic. What do you feel are the most significant cultural aspects that we lost to colonisation, and how might we, as a community, work to reconnect with them?💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Join Dr. Gillian Kenny and Lora O'Brien, M.A., as they discuss t...

Send us Fan Mail Delve into the life and legend of Gráinne Mhaol, also known as Grace O'Malley, the famed Pirate Queen of Ireland.💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Dr. Gillian Kenny offers a sneak peek into her ongoing research and upcoming book and class on this iconic figure. This video explores how Gráinne Mhaol defied the norms of her t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jon chats about what we know of one the Dagda's less well known, but no less important magical items, his harp. From dealing death, to ordering reality the powers of this musical instrument should not be ignored.  ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jon explores the concept of being a 'bad pagan' and how to shift our perspective on how we engage in our spiritual existence.  ✨ 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 videos, and get...

Send us Fan Mail Hearing the raucous screams of the Badb may indicate death...but not always in the way that we think. In this episode Jon shares some insights from the Irish lore on the carrion crow Goddess. ✨ 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...