Donal Casey is from Co. Kerry but now lives with his wife in western Australia, just a few hours outside of Perth, where he works in urban planning.In this episode he discusses an epic drive across the Australian landscape, enjoying Irish traditional nights on the other side of the world, and why the 'American Wake' has become a thing of the past.Irish Over Here is a podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Molly Muldoon is originally from Co. Roscommon, but has lived in New York City for 12 years, where she has worked in media and public relations.In this episode she discusses the special relationship between Ireland and the US, how technology has transformed the emigrant experience, and how she rediscovers Ireland by bringing her young family back to explore it.Irish Over Here is a podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Stephen Carroll is originally from Dublin, and after a stint in London he found his way to Paris where works at news broadcaster France 24.In this episode he discusses the ups and downs of living in one of the world's most beautiful cities, the things he misses about Dublin, and what Europeans really think about the Irish.Irish Over Here is a podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Ruairi Spillane from County Kerry has made a new life for himself in Vancouver, Canada, where he runs his own businesses - including Moving2Canada, which helps other people in their emigration journey.In this episode, he talks about striking a successful work-life balance in, how long it takes to feel like a local abroad, and why Ireland is missing a trick by not embracing its talented emirgants back into the country.Irish Over Here is a podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Alix O'Neill is a Belfast-born journalist who has now settled in the south of France. She has just published her first book The Troubles With Us which documents her formative years in the 1980s and 1990s against the backdrop of the Northern Ireland conflict. A funny yet deeply emotional book, it is to the literary world what Derry Girls was for television. In this podcast, Alix discusses the need to tell new stories about Northern Ireland, how things have changed across these islands after Brexit, and how new generations are moving away from the orange and green tribalism of the past.Irish Over Here is a podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Eoghan O'Connor is originally from Dublin and currently lives in Stockholm, Sweden where he works for Enterprise Ireland - helping Irish companies export to the Nordics.In this episode, he talks about what the Swedes do better than everyone else, the importance of the GAA abroad, and his perfect day at home in Dublin.Eoghan is also the host of The Booket List podcast where he speaks to prominent Irish figures about the book that impacted them the most.Irish Over Here is a podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Rachel O'Sullivan is originally from Dublin and now lives in Munich, Germany where she works as a postdoctoral researcher at the Centre for Holocaust Studies.In this episode, she talks about learning the lessons of the Holocaust, experiencing the delights of Oktoberfest, and speaking German with an Irish accent.Irish Over Here is a podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Sharon Burke is originally from Waterford but has lived in the Middle East for over a decade. She currently works at JESS, an English-speaking school in Dubai - where she is one of some 10,000 Irish people working in the city.In this episode, she talks about raising Irish children in another country, her experience of cultural differences and international diversity, and how the radio keeps her connected to Ireland.Irish Over Here is a new podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Dale McDermott is originally from Dublin and now lives in Toronto, Canada, where he is the COO of Canada's LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce.In this episode, he chats about the innovate businesses he helps to promote, why Toronto has a 'Corktown', and where he'd go if he had just one day back in Ireland. Irish Over Here is a new podcast shining a light on Irish citizens abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.
Irish Over Here is a new podcast about the Irish abroad - produced and hosted by Ben Kelly.The emigrant experience is well known to the Irish people, but how is it changing in the 21st century? People are going to different countries, succeeded in more diverse industries, and with the help of technology, they're staying better connected to family and friends back home in Ireland.The concept is simple: each episode will feature a chat with someone from Ireland living abroad about their life and work over there, and what they miss about home.So get the kettle on, and join us for the chat. Hope you enjoy!