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Manchán Magan investigates the quirks, conundrums and wonders of Ireland such as, how were the Irish able to make a cheese hard enough to kill the semi-divine leader of Connaught, Queen Maeve? What is it like to spend hours alone in an ancient cave of transformation where Gaelic warriors endured periods of isolation to prove their manhood? How long does it take for an urban pond to become a multi-dimensional wonderland? Or, what exactly is the neurological effect of staring at an art work? The Almanac of Ireland aims to answer these and many more questions.
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An epic tale of idealism, delusion, terror and fanaticism set amidst the stunning beauty of Achill Island in Co. Mayo. // A Red Hare Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan explores the mysterious and elusive Síle na Gigs, the grotesque carvings embedded in the walls of churches, barns and castles all over the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan investigates the quirks, conundrums and wonders of Ireland. In this episode he beholds some of the unsettling and alluring creations of one of Ireland's greatest artists, Dorothy Cross.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan heads towards a forgotten Gaelic stronghold in Co. Wexford, the Macamores, where old dialects and customs survive. He is joined by the great local folk archivist Michael Fortune to explore superstitions and lore. (A Red Hare Media production)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode Manchán learns about a phallic rock on the Beara Peninsula known as Pete Micheál's God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode Manchán travels to Tydavnet in Co. Monaghan to hear stories about a fire-proof Irish saint.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In The Almanac of Ireland presenter Manchán Magan investigates the quirks, conundrums and wonders of Ireland. In this episode, he meets Lorcán Ó Tuathail of the Golden Eagle Trust and learns about the importance of cranes in Irish history and mythology. A Red Hare Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode Manchán is enchanted by the Abbeyleix Bog Project, a community-based initiative that restored and rejuvenated a swathe of bogland in the Irish midlands. / A Red Hare Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán speaks to the legendary Mitey McNally from west Cork about crab fishing.... A Red Hare Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán speaks to Marie Heaney about the importance of engaging with our old myths and stories. A Red Hare Media production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Presenter Manchán Magan investigates the quirks, conundrums and wonders of this country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Presenter Manchán Magan investigates the quirks, conundrums and wonders of this country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan and Sally Foran learn about old weights and measures. // Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. A Red Hare Media production for RTÉ Radio. Partially funded by the BAI with the television licence fee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Celebrated contemporary storyteller Dr. Martin Shaw recounts an ancient Irish myth. // Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. Production assistance by Ronan Kelly. A Red Hare Media production for RTÉ Radio. Partially funded by the BAI with the television licence fee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan delves into the riches of Irish mythology with renowned contemporary storyteller Dr. Martin Shaw. Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan rewilds himself in County Meath. Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. A Red Hare Media production for RTÉ Radio. Partially funded by the BAI with the television licence fee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan learns about weights and measures, old and new. Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. A Red Hare Media production for RTÉ Radio. Partially funded by the BAI with the television licence fee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan takes to the sea in an ancient, giant boat in Co. Mayo. Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. A Red Hare Media production for RTÉ Radio. Partially funded by the BAI with the television licence fee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan hears strange tales of fairy folk in Co. Leitrim. Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. A Red Hare Media production for RTÉ Radio. Partially funded by the BAI with the television licence fee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manchán Magan learns about the secrets of Ireland's wrought iron gates. Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. A Red Hare Media production for RTÉ Radio. Partially funded by the BAI with the television licence fee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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this explains why there are always so many bra straps tied to these trees at holy well's.