Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast

Do you love to hear about the “little people”, or the síoga as we call them in Ireland? Or maybe you’ve grown up too much, and you think you don’t need to hear such a story every now and again! In this episode, hear Mary Murphy read out one of her stories “Say You Will”. … Say You Will by Mary Murphy (Ep. 52) Read More »The post Say You Will by Mary Murphy (Ep. 52) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Get the behind-the-scenes info about how the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast gets to your earbuds every two weeks. After our recent article on Being Bitesize is Beautiful, where you got to read about our team, in this episode you’ll hear how the podcast itself gets to you. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, … Behind the Podcast (Ep. 51) Read More »The post Behind the Podcast (Ep. 51) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Bob Burke discovered the Irish language in his 40s. Was that too old to start to learn to speak Irish? Not at all! Listen to this discussion podcast (in English), and you’ll hear how Bob’s lovely spoken Irish Gaelic is. Bob is the former president of the North American Association for Celtic Language Teachers. What … Not Too Old to Start with Bob Burke (Ep. 50) Read More »The post Not Too Old to Start with Bob Burke (Ep. 50) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

When did the Irish language cross into Ireland? What was there before it? Was “Celtic” spoken across Europe? How much did the Irish language change over the centuries? Those are only a few of the questions I had for Dr Ranke de Vries. Ranke holds the Ben Alder Chair of Celtic Studies at St Francis … Celtic Studies with Dr. Ranke de Vries (Ep. 49) Read More »The post Celtic Studies with Dr. Ranke de Vries (Ep. 49) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Get insights into Irish Gaelic’s positive future in Ireland and in Irish society. Broadcaster Conn Ó Muíneacháin grew up with a passion for the Irish language. He came to the conclusion that he had to create content in the Irish language through blogs and podcasts to strengthen his ties to the language. What you’ll hear: … Irish Will Live with Conn Ó Muíneacháin (Ep. 48) Read More »The post Irish Will Live with Conn Ó Muíneacháin (Ep. 48) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Imelda White is from Ard a’ Ratha in County Donegal, Ireland. She has taught Irish language classes in California for several decades. What you’ll hear Imelda’s kind encouragement and words of wisdom to learners of Irish Gaelic who feel stuck Reasons to attend a Deireadh … From Donegal to California with Imelda White (Ep. 47) Read More »The post From Donegal to California with Imelda White (Ep. 47) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Dave Hogan of Dove Chauffeur Drive reads his inspiring story “And We Think We Know”. Dave is a member of the Kinvara Writers’ Group in County Galway, Ireland. This is an episode of our podcast. What you’ll hear Dave’s touching account of a family he was driving around Ireland Mentioned in the show Dave’s blog … “And We Think We Know” by Dave Hogan (Ep. 46) Read More »The post “And We Think We Know” by Dave Hogan (Ep. 46) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Ger Killeen is a native of Limerick City, Ireland, and resides near Portland, Oregon. He teaches at Marylhurst University. He shares his Irish language poetry, and his experience with the Irish language in Oregon. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear Ger’s beautiful poem in the Irish language – … A Poem in Irish with Ger Killeen (Ep. 45) Read More »The post A Poem in Irish with Ger Killeen (Ep. 45) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Dave Hogan is an experienced chauffeur driver in Ireland, and a wealth of knowledge. He shares his best tips for a memorable trip to Ireland. Discussion podcast about traveling in Ireland (show is in English). What you’ll hear Get the best out of your trip to Ireland: how long to travel for, where to visit, … Chauffeur Driven Vacations with Dave Hogan (Ep. 44) Read More »The post Chauffeur Driven Vacations with Dave Hogan (Ep. 44) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Seán Mag Uidhir (John McGuire) established the Irish language immersion weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. He speaks Irish, and shares his journey of learning the language. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear How to deal with losing the initial enthusiasm of wanting to speak Irish (Gaelic) The keys … Irish Language in Dallas-Fort Worth (Ep. 43) Read More »The post Irish Language in Dallas-Fort Worth (Ep. 43) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Irish-American author Brighid O’Sullivan shares with us her love for Ireland through eight things you didn’t know about Ireland. What you’ll hear Brighid’s Irish background growing up Words in English that came from Ireland and the Irish language Irish people who contributed to scientific discoveries … 8 Things You Didn’t Know About Ireland (Ep. 42) Read More »The post 8 Things You Didn’t Know About Ireland (Ep. 42) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Irish artist and illustrator, Aislinn Adams, has taught the Irish language in Salem, Oregon. Hear her journey through Washington D.C., attending an Irish language immersion weekend (Deireadh Seachtaine), and on to her interest in the connection between plant life in Oregon and Ireland. About the illustration at the top of this page: “The direct translation … Irish Oregon Connections with Aislinn Adams (Ep. 41) Read More »The post Irish Oregon Connections with Aislinn Adams (Ep. 41) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Devin Blankenship is founder and president of the Indiana Celtic Community. After traveling to Ireland, he attended an Irish language immersion weekend in Madison, Wisconsin. He went on to found a regular study group in Bloomington, Indiana, where he also run their annual Irish Gaelic … Zero to Immersion Weekend with Devin Blankenship (Ep. 40) Read More »The post Zero to Immersion Weekend with Devin Blankenship (Ep. 40) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

The future of the Irish language is unsure and controversial. Hear our three long-term predictions for the Irish language. What you’ll hear The Connemara dialect will dominate, because of TG4 television station being based there (there are three main dialects of Irish Gaelic) The general Irish language accent will change, gravitating towards the English language, … Three Bold Predications for the Irish Language (Ep. 39) Read More »The post Three Bold Predications for the Irish Language (Ep. 39) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Do you need a bit of motivation for speaking some Irish Gaelic? Eoin covers the top ten reasons for speaking Ireland’s native language What you’ll hear Ten reasons to speak the Irish language Welcome to our newest Bitesize Irish Gaelic members: Dustin in Oklahoma City. Michael … Ten Reasons to Speak Irish Gaelic (Ep. 38) Read More »The post Ten Reasons to Speak Irish Gaelic (Ep. 38) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Neil Jackman founded Abarta Audio Guides. They’re downloadable, easy-to-follow, guides for tourist spots across Ireland. What you’ll hear Ireland’s history and heritage through pre-historic times Neil’s journey to Ireland, and his impression of Ireland’s heritage http://youtu.be/d2R2cmrx1w0 Mentioned in the show Abarta Audio Guides Time Travel … Abarta Audio Guides with Neil Jackman (Ep. 37) Read More »The post Abarta Audio Guides with Neil Jackman (Ep. 37) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). This is an interview with Karen Reshkin from Chicago is an Irish language instructor at Na Gaeil. She’s also a musician, playing the fiddle Karen is an accomplished Irish language speaker. What you’ll hear Karen’s approach to learning: do it in small regular pieces Don’t … It’s All In Your Perspective, with Karen Reshkin (Ep. 36) Read More »The post It’s All In Your Perspective, with Karen Reshkin (Ep. 36) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Podcast interview in the English language. Brian Ó hAirt is an American sean-nós singer, musician, and a speaker of the Irish Language. Brian shares his connection with Ireland’s real culture, through song and Irish Gaelic. What you’ll hear Brian’s instant connection with the Irish language after hearing a song on the radio when he was … Irish Language in Portland, Oregan with Brian Ó hAirt (Ep. 35) Read More »The post Irish Language in Portland, Oregan with Brian Ó hAirt (Ep. 35) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

After about 13 years in Ireland, Elena Clancy shares her experiences with traveling around Ireland. She’s originally from Siberia in Russia, and now lives in Cork. In the recording, Eoin mentions this as Episode 033, but it’s being published as Episode 034. Sorry for the confustion. Also, apologies to Elena for the original spelling “Russion” … A Russian in Ireland with Elena Clancy (Ep. 34) Read More »The post A Russian in Ireland with Elena Clancy (Ep. 34) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Inis Meáin is a small island off Ireland’s Atlantic west coast. It’s a strong Gaeltacht area, where the Irish language is spoken. Ceri Garfield spent five months with Máire Pháidín on the island, who is a “legend” on the island. The documentary will be called “Cé hÍ Máire Pháidín?” (which means, “Who Is Máire Pháidín?”). … Inis Meáin documentary with Ceri Garfield (Ep. 33) Read More »The post Inis Meáin documentary with Ceri Garfield (Ep. 33) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá