In the first episode of Transatlantic: An Irish American History Podcast, historians Fin Dwyer and Damian Shiels embark on a quest to uncover the identity of the first Irish person to reach America.

• Was it St. Brendan, the intrepid Irish monk who is said to have voyaged across the Atlantic centuries before Columbus?
• Could it have been an Irish woman taken captive by Vikings who reached Newfoundland around 1000 AD?
• Perhaps it was an Irish sailor aboard one of Columbus' ships?

Join us as we delve into historical records, legends, and scholarly debates to explore these intriguing possibilities. Through expert analysis and engaging storytelling, we aim to shed light on this captivating chapter of Irish American history.

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