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Irish Gothic Podcast

Join Spence and Chris on "Irish Gothic," a podcast exploring Ireland's myths and legends. Each episode delves into folklore, bringing ancient faeries, banshees, and Celtic warriors to life. The hosts invite listeners to uncover Ireland's past, whether they are folklore enthusiasts or new to these tales. "Irish Gothic" transports you to a realm where the supernatural intertwines with history. Please tune in for spine-tingling stories, cultural insights, and humour as they examine Ireland's darker heritage.

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Irish Gothic Podcast

EPISODE ONE : IRELAND, THE HOME OF HALLOWEEN

October 31, 2024 • Spencer Wright & Chris Patterson • Season 1 • Episode 1

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The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day.

Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore.

From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears.

This episode...

Hidden beneath a dense thicket of hawthorns in a rustic Roscommon field lies Ireland's legendary gateway to the underworld, the very place where the haunting traditions of Halloween first emerged. Venture into its ominous depths, where ancient mysteries and chilling tales await!

If you’re brave enough to enter into the Cave of Cats, you can find all the information you need here : https://www.rathcroghan.ie/discover/the-history-of-rathcroghan/

Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright

Producer: Rebecca Alcorn

Production Company: Causeway Pictures

Bibliography:

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/inside-irelands-gate-to-hell-that-birthed-halloween

https://cavesofireland.com/home/caves/oweynagat-cave-of-the-cats-co-roscommon/

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/monsters-fueled-nightmares-world-gallery

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-35863186

https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/tir-na-nog-legend-eternal-youth

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