Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Hiberno Stories
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| David Keohan, The Tailteann Games and The Birth of Lú | 01 Aug 2025 | 01:08:00 | |
This week is a mish mash of magic! I birth my new podcast name - Hiberno Stories, and share the story of The Birth of Lú, Ireland's God of Light as mí na Lúnasa comes to a close. I also had the wonderful honour of speaking to David Keohan, better known by his Instagram handle, Indiana Stones - Ireland's first stone lifter in 60-odd years. We chat about the revival of the Tailteann Games at September Equinox (which I called Solstice), the ancient practice of Stone Lifting in Ireland, the Basque region, Iceland, and Scotland, and how a story by Flann O'Brien led David to discover an Irish tradition that might have completely died out if he had not gone stone searching on the islands off Ireland's West Atlantic Way. Oh, and my Substack is ready. Click the link below to access the story script and a glossary of the terms used in Lugh's story. https://www.tailteanngames.ie/ https://substack.com/@hibernostories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Who Was Sam Maguire? | 27 Jul 2025 | 00:39:43 | |
As the Kerry team win yet another GAA All Ireland final, beating champions over Meath, Donegal, on the weekend of the Lughnasa festival in Cloghane and Brandon, I share the story of Sam Maguire and the contribution he made to Ireland's 1916 Rising and ultimate semi-independence, his relationship with the "Big Fella" Michael Collins, and why Ireland's most prestigious Gaelic football trophy is named in his honour, despite his home county of Cork not winning it the year it was first presented. I also share a connection I made between Saint James, or Santiago de Compostela, the landing zone of Camino de Santiago pilgrims, Ireland's God of Light Lú, Croagh Patrick, and the Catholic Church. Substack coming soon. Stay tuned. Credits: https://crokepark.ie/tours/gaa-museum/exhibitions/sam-maguire https://www.westkerrylive.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Your First Conversation Upon Landing in Ireland | 21 May 2025 | 00:28:06 | |
This episode offers a sample conversation you may have with an Irish customs officer upon landing in Ireland, using Hiberno English. I explain the meaning of the words, how you can use them, and share three of my favourite places to go in Ireland. I also teach you three Irish curse words and how to, or not, to use them.
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| E15: How to Clarify Confidently | 22 May 2023 | 00:41:53 | |
How do you ask confidently for a point to be repeated if you have not understood it the first time around? Christine explains how to request clarification in a presentation, meeting or workplace setting without worrying about appearing stupid or incompetent, irritating your speaker or unnecessary procrastination. CHRISTINE REVEALS:
BEST MOMENTS “It can create psychological safety for newer or less experienced employees in the organisation.” “The brain’s fear response can result in individuals fearing judgement or criticism when seeking clarification.” “Use clear, concise and specific language. When you need clarification, the more precise and concise you can be, the easier it is for a person to understand what you need from them.” “The key thing to remember is that clarifying is not a sign of weakness or incompetence; it’s a sign of commitment to clear communication, to shared understanding, to not wasting time, and to being effective in your work.”
JOIN ME LIVE IN JUNE! Registration: https://bit.ly/clarifyconfidently ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST Her content blends over 25 years of training and practice in speech & drama, English Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| E14: How to Handle Difficult Questions | 15 May 2023 | 00:36:12 | |
This week asks some difficult questions about difficult questions. Christine offers you some answers that will prepare you for that gut-tightening moment during a presentation when you feel you are being challenged, perhaps attacked and maybe even put off your stride. CHRISTINE REVEALS
BEST MOMENTS “Somebody’s fired a question at you, you weren’t ready for it, it interrupted you in the middle of speaking, you’re just completely and utterly put out. “How dare they!”. Well what was the reason they might have asked?” “In comparison to needing clarification, a person may ask deeper, more pointed questions because they want to gain more understanding and explore more deeply the topic that is being discussed.” “Before the presentation, with a fixed mindset, we might say to ourselves “Am I able to do this? I don’t have the same level of expertise.” Whereas with a growth mindset, we might say “I’m not sure I can do this, but I’m going to do it and I can’t learn if I don’t try.”’ “Different people hear, see, perceive the world in different ways. Different brains have different capacities to hear, perceive and see the world.” “The most important part of presentation preparation is speaking to your audience’s objective, not to yours.” “In many cultures, pausing indicates a lack of knowledge. Speakers often fear being judged negatively for pausing, but pausing confidently creates authority.” “When we stop forcing the brain to think about a thing we reduce the pressure on the brain and Bop! We remember.” CONTACT METHOD ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST Her content blends over 25 years of training and practice in speech & drama, English Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| E13: How to Introduce a Speaker | 08 May 2023 | 00:16:24 | |
How do you introduce a guest speaker while energising and engaging audience? Often overlooked, tasks such as introducing speakers, giving votes of thanks, and emceeing events are key responsibilities many professionals are delegated. Using examples, Christine explains how to approach these tasks with the right tone, brevity and knowledge to avoid losing the audience before the speech has even begun.
CHRISTINE REVEALS:
“It’s important that you don’t overshadow the speaker in any way.” “When introducing a speaker, it’s important not to be a slave to the notes. You want the delivery to sound spontaneous, not stilted or robotic.” "Many of you will remember the 2018 communication scandal which resulted in Starbucks closing 8,000 stores to retrain 175,000 employees." “This example is somewhat of a formal introduction, but there is still a hint of humour and ease to its presentation. It’s made to target the audience member who is not familiar with the speaker.” “The degree of formality will change greatly depending on the tone of the event, of course. Make sure you check this in advance.” CONTACT METHOD Message Me: https://bit.ly/ConnectedCommunicationPodcast Source: https://bit.ly/3pmjLag
ABOUT THE PODCAST Cultivate confident English-speaking skills with Connected Communication, the podcast series for anyone communicating in English as a global lingua franca. Join host Christine and expert guests as they explore effective cross-cultural communication, vocal mastery, and the intriguing interplay between communication and the brain. Transform your career with unique tricks and techniques. New episodes, challenges and quests every Tuesday. Listen on any device, and rate and review if you enjoy it. Communicate to connect today!
Her content blends over 25 years of training and practice in speech & drama, English
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| E12: How to Introduce a Presentation | 01 May 2023 | 00:24:33 | |
Christine explains techniques on how to introduce a talk or presentation. The kinds of methods used depend on the situation, the culture, the person, the relationship, and the listener. Find out how to get your audience fully engaged from the outset of your presentation with consideration for the ambience of the room, first impressions, a powerful opening, and the emotional buy-in of your listeners. CHRISTINE REVEALS
BEST MOMENTS “One of the most important aspects of a talk or a presentation is its opening. How you open makes all the difference, not only to your audience, but to your own confidence and speaking success.” “When I was an English teacher I used to put scented bags of essential oils on the radiators before my students came to class to help them feel calm.” “In with the hook, always backup your data, it’s very important, especially if you want to be credible to an audience.” “Conviction in your voice, belief in your content and capacity to deliver it, and strategic phraseology cast a spell that commands attention. Respect them, sometimes playfully, but with absolute clarity.” CONTACT METHOD Email: christine@languagecouragecoaching.com Instagram: connected_communication Website : www.languagecouragecoaching.com Training: www.phenomenalpresenters.com ABOUT THE HOST Christine Mullaney is a TEDx speaker, certified brain-based conversations and English neurolanguage® coach, cross-cultural trainer, and the founder of Language Courage Coaching, offering services in English Pronunciation and Communication, Public Speaking & Presentation, Intercultural Communication, and Personal Development Coaching. Her content blends over 25 years of training and practice in speech & drama, English teaching, public speaking, and customer service with her new-found love, neuroscience. It is designed to pump your dopamine, unblock fear and shatter shame, while nurturing natural confidence, courageous beliefs and new behaviours. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| E11: How to Present to Executives | 24 Apr 2023 | 00:23:33 | |
If you're looking to impress executives with a presentation, you won't want to miss this episode. Christine shares ten essential tips to help you prepare, structure, and deliver a compelling executive presentation that effectively communicates your solution to their problem. Her guidance covers all stages of the process, and she uses real-world examples to make it easy to apply. Listen in to learn how to make your next executive presentation a success.
“C-level executives see the answer long before anybody else does. Prepare to be interrupted.” “Would you believe your argument or your proposal? Executives value conviction.” “In a second, an executive will spot a number that´s off, logical errors, content errors. Get an expert eagle eye to review your content.” CONTACT METHOD How to present to executives PDF download - https://www.languagecouragecoaching.com/increaseexecutivepresence ABOUT THE PODCAST Cultivate confident English-speaking skills with Connected Communication, the podcast series for anyone communicating in English as a global lingua franca. Join host Christine and expert guests as they explore effective cross-cultural communication, vocal mastery, and the intriguing interplay between communication and the brain. Transform your career with unique tricks and techniques. New episodes, challenges, and quests every Tuesday. Listen on any device, and rate and review if you enjoy it. Communicate to connect today!
Her content blends over 25 years of training and practice in speech & drama, English Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| E10: Pushing The Power Button | 17 Apr 2023 | 00:20:19 | |
In this episode, Christine explains how the force, pressure or volume applied to a syllable, word or phrase can have direct effects on how your message is received in a presentation or conversation. Using some of the content from her Resource Library to define speaking power, Christine demonstrates how failing to understand stress techniques in English can result in a speaker's message being misunderstood or not being heard at all. If you work in English, but it's not your first language, this is an episode not to miss!
“Variability is key. Too soft, an audience may lose trust. Too loud and a speaker can appear overly dominant or emotional and push people away.” “Languages use stress differently. Some apply the same degree of power to every syllable. Some apply the same degree of duration to every syllable, the same pace. Spanish and French are examples of that.” “One of the most memorable speeches ever given and still one of the most famous speeches today draws on both of these techniques, three or more, the powerful rule of three when speaking, and on the building to a climax. Which speech, you ask? Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream”.” “It’s particularly important to understand this aspect of English, that we weaken and strengthen sounds, that we link certain sounds together.”
CONTACT METHOD ABOUT THE PODCAST Cultivate confident English-speaking skills with Connected Communication, the podcast series for anyone communicating in English as a global lingua franca. Join host Christine and expert guests as they explore effective cross-cultural communication, vocal mastery, and the intriguing interplay between communication and the brain. Transform your career with unique tricks and techniques. New episodes, challenges and quests every Tuesday. Listen on any device, and rate and review if you enjoy it. Communicate to connect today!
Her content blends over 25 years of training and practice in speech & drama, English Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| E09: How to Nurture Natural Confidence | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:27:41 | |
Have you ever held yourself back when asked to speak or present? Christine addresses situations in which you can be tested or deliberately manipulated, including a personal story of her own, and examines how we can build our defences against negative influences, both external and internal and free ourselves to express with confidence in our abilities and knowledge. Take your first steps to become bulls**t resistant. CHRISTINE REVEALS:
BEST MOMENTS “People are used to being made to feel afraid then convinced the fearmonger has the solution. It’s happened for decades, more than decades.” “As we grow and develop in playgroups and preschool and before it, and throughout our lives, so too does our confidence and trust.” “In approximately 50% of respondents, confidence was also reflected by the perceived uncertainty of the task at hand.” “Confidence isn’t something we can simply change overnight. It’s as layered as the therapist's onion representing our emotions and our experience.” “I am confident enough in my own learning and experience to share what I am sharing today. It’s helped me, my family members and my clients. I don’t need anyone else to validate its truth.” CONTACT METHOD Instagram: connected_communication Training: https://bit.ly/Connected_Communication Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| E08: Things the Irish say with @teacherblo | 03 Apr 2023 | 00:24:57 | |
Christine and Instagram's @teacherblo, AKA Bláithín, share their favourite Irish phrases, alongside some submissions from their followers, in a lively Irish-accented discussion. From insults to the most polite of sayings, listen in to get acquainted with some of the things you might hear during an Irish conversation.
Bláithín: https://www.instagram.com/teacherblo/
Cultivate confident English-speaking skills with Connected Communication, the podcast series for anyone communicating in English as a global lingua franca. Join host Christine and expert guests as they explore effective cross-cultural communication, vocal mastery, and the intriguing interplay between communication and the brain. Transform your career with unique tricks and techniques. New episodes, challenges and quests every Tuesday. Listen on any device, and rate and review if you enjoy it. Communicate to connect today!
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| Is Public Speaking Fear Real? | 27 Mar 2023 | 00:22:22 | |
Speaking in public is necessary for daily life, especially if you own a business. Despite this, public speaking fear is the number one phobia in the USA. Is it really a fear of speaking, or is the panic we experience masking something else? I explore speaking fear, and shares some untypical techniques to conquer speaking anxiety. Christine Mullaney is a TEDx speaker, Podcast Host, Author, Blogger, Speaker, Public Speaking, Presentation and Pronunciation Coach, Neurocultural™ Communication Trainer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| E06: The History of English in Ireland | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:23:09 | |
Christine considers the history of English in Ireland, how the Irish have ended up speaking better English than the English themselves, and how the connotation of the term ‘native English speaker’ has resulted in unfair bias against communicators who are often multilingual and speak English as a third or fourth language. KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS ‘The English language was, let’s use the term, ‘brought', to Ireland by the British as it was to every other country in the world which now calls it their own.’ ‘Our leaders allowed the Irish language to be reduced to second language status, finding opportunity and benefit in having a population that used English.’ ‘Ah, the lessons we learn about our own and others’ perceptions! There was a great YouTube short done about a Chinese lad who planned to come to Ireland and decided to learn the native language, but bless him, he learned Irish and then when he got here he discovered that nobody spoke it.’ ‘It is time to stop using terms like ‘native’ and ‘non-native’ when referring to speakers of languages’; to stop patronising multilingual employees by saying things like “oh, you pronounced that perfectly”, or worse, stopping them mid-presentation and saying, “could you speak more clearly, I can’t understand your accent.” CONNECT WITH CHRISTINE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connected_communication Website : www.languagecouragecoaching.com Yu Ming is Ainm Dom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqYtG9BNhfM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Gemma Lea Edelman - Woman, Coach, 90s Music Dancer | 14 May 2025 | 01:15:18 | |
This week, I chat to Gemma about coaching, therapy, life being a woman entrepreneur and the impact doing too much can have on our bodies.
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| St Patrick – How well do we know him? | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:13:15 | |
Christine explores the legend of St. Patrick, whose legacy turns rivers green, sees parades held all over the world, and tourists, donning bunches of shamrock, flood the streets of Dublin on St. Patrick's Day to find the best pint of Guinness. Where was Patrick really from? Was he really as saintly as the archives would have us believe? Did he really drive out the snakes and "free" Ireland, or would we have been better off without him? As Spring Equinox approaches, explore the lore of Ireland's patron saint and decide which Irish traditions you'd like to keep. Christine Mullaney is a TEDx speaker, Podcast Host, Author, Blogger, Speaker, Public Speaking, Presentation and Pronunciation Coach, Neurocultural™ Communication Trainer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A Podcast for Fast Speakers | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:19:01 | |
What pace should we use to reach our audience in various situations, and how can we improve our communication using variations of pace? Christine explains how variations of speed, accented syllables, consideration of our listener and our environment can all affect proficiency of communication when it comes to pace. Christine Mullaney is a TEDx speaker, Podcast Host, Author, Blogger, Speaker, Public Speaking, Presentation and Pronunciation Coach, Neurocultural™ Communication Trainer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Pause for a Moment | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:17:02 | |
Christine talks about how our brains are primed to hear and mindful communication. She demonstrates how to use your voice to display confidence, or lack thereof, and shares a secret about the narrative we hear in our heads when speaking in front of others. If you want to be a proficient speaker, in meetings or on stage, this episode is a must-listen! Christine Mullaney is a TEDx speaker, Podcast Host, Author, Blogger, Speaker, Public Speaking, Presentation and Pronunciation Coach, Neurocultural™ Communication Trainer. Learn more about pause: https://christinem.mykajabi.com/powerofpause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What Birds Teach Us About Taking Turns | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:24:36 | |
Why do songbirds seem to understand turn-taking better than humans? Christine talks about the importance of turn-taking when building communication connections in English, and across cultures. She shares what it means to yield, take and steer a turn, and why a strong speaker sometimes needs to help the quieter voices in the room. Christine Mullaney is a TEDx speaker, Podcast Host, Author, Blogger, Speaker, Public Speaking, Presentation and Pronunciation Coach, Neurocultural™ Communication Trainer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Introduction & The 10 Question Connection Trick | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:13:30 | |
Welcome to the first episode of Connected Connection with Christine Mullaney. In this episode, Christine introduces the concept behind Connected Communication, what you will discover while listening to the podcast, and sends you on your first connection quest, should you wish to embark upon it. She also shares a Connected Communication trick she learned from an English lad in an Irish bar in China that changed her conversations forever. Christine Mullaney is a TEDx speaker, Podcast Host, Author, Blogger, Speaker, Public Speaking, Presentation and Pronunciation Coach, Neurocultural™ Communication Trainer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A Snapshot of English Education in Ireland - ELT | 07 May 2025 | 01:04:09 | |
A snapshot of the English Language Teaching (ELT) Industry in Ireland for international sales agents, business development managers and school sales teams.
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| The First Ever Woman to Train an All-Male Saudi Arabian Graduate Group | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:31:25 | |
This week, I talk about my experience as the first ever female trainer of a group of Saudi male graduates, Saudi "Qahwa" (قهوة) or "Gahwa" (قهوة), do a short comparison of Saudi Arabian and Irish culture based on Erin Meyer's Culture Map, and share my dos and don'ts for females going to work in Saudi Arabia. Exceed Custom Learning Solutions
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| Andrew Morris - The Michelin Star of Multilingualism | 19 Apr 2025 | 01:07:57 | |
This week, I chatted to Andrew Morris, polyglot and creator of Oli Lingo, the MIchelin Star of Multilingualism. Connect with Andrew.
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| The Medicinal Magic of Cow Dung | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:54:21 | |
The historical uses of cow dung for healing, practices to revere and protect the cow in Ireland, how animals protect themselves, and shielding ourselves from the threat of the tariff trade war that's been thrown upon the world.
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| Mew Mew I'm Feeling Sigma | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:54:33 | |
A chat about Adolescence, the Manosphere, red, blue, purple and black pills; the 80/20 principle (not Pareto), Alpha, Beta and Sigma males, mewing - and a Hiberno English story between a young boy and his grandfather.
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| Garron or McGregor for President? | 25 Mar 2025 | 01:02:17 | |
An analysis of Garron Noone and Conor McGregor's commentary about immigration in Ireland through the lens of System 1 and System 2 thinking. And, a wonderful poem, written and performed by Natasha Kerry Smith in Hiberno English. https://www.linkedin.com/in/xsbabble/
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| St. Patrick's Wife Sheila and Her Brush | 20 Mar 2025 | 00:44:32 | |
This week, I explore the story of St. Patrick's apparent wife Síle (or Sheila), what Newfoundlanders call Sheila's Brush, another story of Síle na-Gig, and share a message from the Vulva in Hiberno English.
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| Triple Lock Threatens Irish Neutrality | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:47:15 | |
This week, I share the sad story of Molly Bán (Bawn) through Hiberno English, and chat about Ireland's neutrality, the Triple Lock change, underwater cable attacks, social engineering and who decides whether Ireland should go to war or not. JOIN the workshop. Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sandra Dee Robinson - The Power of Words and Silent Horses | 18 Jul 2025 | 01:03:25 | |
This week, I speak to Sandra Dee Robinson. Her bio speaks for itself. Much to her surprise, the media has labeled Sandra Dee Robinson as the “Charisma Coach.” After years of working with business owners, experts and celebrities to perfect their presentation and on-camera skills, I guess the title fits! But, so does: actress, author, TV host, podcast host, international speaker, trainer and dog & horse fanatic. Oh, and add: wife to a renown Hollywood stuntman. (Yup, never a dull moment)
As a teen, she left her hometown of Pittsburgh, PA and headed to New York to begin several decades of a successful career in Television. She became established with major roles on Another World, Sunset Beach, Bold and the Beautiful, General Hospital, Days of Our Lives, The Bay and guest starred on many prime time shows and films, like CSI Miami, Criminal Minds and Two and a Half Men… among others.
Sandra Dee founded Charisma on Camera Performance Coaching in 2010 and integrated her Horsepowered Personal Leadership Programs and Retreats in 2020. These nature-based trainings pair leaders with horses so that they reach a level of communication and clarity to be the most effective modern leader they can be.
She is trainer certified in NLP, Hypnosis, Stage mastery as well as certified in Natural Lifemanship, trained in EAGALA, she is a Blue Ribbon Ambassador, Joyely Coach and is a Certified Success and Soul Business Coach Her mission is to illuminate the path for leaders to fully express all they are Designed to be. Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Who was the Woman that Trained Cúchulainn? | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:43:48 | |
Is Donald Trump a feminism sympathiser? Do you have a dream like Paulo Coelho's merchant to go to Mecca or someplace else? Will you reflect on realising that dream during Lent or Ramadan? - What does all of this have to do with the woman who trained Ireland's strongest and most feared warrior, Cúchulainn? Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram Opening reading: The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho, page 57. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Under a Harvest Moon in Ireland | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:44:29 | |
This week, I'm sharing another Hiberno (Irish) English story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Women Don't Exist | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:46:13 | |
Someone told me Trump said "Women don't Exist" recently, which angered me. This episode explores the historical suppression and abuse of women, back to the Aztecs and Incas, right up to the 90s in the Catholic Church. I also share a Hiberno English story (English from Ireland), teach you the vocabulary and give you some practice questions to use with friends or send me answers to on Instagram or LinkedIn. Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Essence of The Ancients - A Transgender Question | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:56:23 | |
I got sent a question about transgender rights, choice and a St. Brigid's parade, so I explored gender identity, America cancelling DEI training, gender dysmorphia, teaching about gender, and the essence of Brigid. I also finish the Cuchulainn story from last week, and bitch a little about Valentine's Day. Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Disney Princess or Mythical Irish Mermaid? | 04 Feb 2025 | 01:06:57 | |
An exploration of how 2nd generation Disney princesses from the 80s and 90s influenced my generation; mythical Irish Goddesses and creatures (Lí Ban and The Little Mermaid, Ariel); what ifs; rumination, and how to flip your script. Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Brigid - Goddess, Woman or Saint? | 28 Jan 2025 | 01:24:13 | |
Many stories of Ireland's Brigid: the Woman, the Goddess, the...is she really a Saint? Connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ask for Forgiveness, Not for Permission | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:56:34 | |
This week, I share a poem and a perspective on forgiveness. Connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ode to Avicii | 14 Jan 2025 | 01:11:14 | |
This week, I explore Avicii's passing through the lens of immigrant entrepreneurship in Ireland. PIeta House: https://www.pieta.ie/ Migrant Rights Centre: https://www.mrci.ie/ Jigsaw (Youth Mental Health): https://jigsaw.ie/ Mental Health Links: https://bit.ly/MentalHealthLinksJoeie Share your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Carrots and Communication | 07 Jan 2025 | 01:21:24 | |
This week, I explore how a World War II propaganda story about carrots is relevant to modern-day communication, Neurolanguage, Neuroleadership, international culture, self-care, storytelling and career development. Connect with me on Instagram or LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do we Kiss on New Year's Eve? | 31 Dec 2024 | 00:58:30 | |
It's New Year's Eve, so I decided to talk about the uniqueness of our tongues while exploring the relationship between Traditional Chinese Medicine and AI along the journey towards understanding why we kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve. Connect with me on Instagram or LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| In the Realm of Silent Ghosts - Ireland's EIRE Signs | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:54:19 | |
A story, a historical snapshot of Ireland's EIRE signs and LOPs (Lookout Posts) from World War 2, a poem, and a chat about sleep paralysis and hearing voices in our heads. Not for the faint minded. Links mentioned will be added soon. The Voices in My Head - Eleanor Longden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Psychedelic Santa and the Syncretised Saint | 24 Dec 2024 | 01:11:14 | |
'Tis the night before Christmas, so I'm sharing with you the psychedelic history of Santa Claus and the syncretised saint he may have come from, how Coca-Cola helped make him famous, why the voices in our heads aren't always negative hallucinations, how we can learn to trust them, a few Christmas folklore stories and a poem. If you're on your own this Christmas and not looking forward to it, this episode is dedicated to you. Connect with me on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Gangsta's Bells - The Stolen Christmas Carol | 17 Dec 2024 | 01:15:08 | |
A brief history of Christmas carols and a surprising discovery - from ancient pagan Yuletide traditions to Winter Solstice at Newgrange, onto wassailing, Waits and Good King Wenceslas, we find our way to a surprising discovery that will jingle your bells and leave you passing time in wonder. Share your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Alliteration Hot - How to Be a More Engaging Speaker | 09 Dec 2024 | 01:20:25 | |
It starts with W.B. Yeats. This week, using word p0rn, I teach you how to train your ear to the sounds around you, how to use consonance, assonance, alliteration and onomatopoeia to sexify your speaking and writing, and I give you a mini-masterclass on pitch techniques in English. If you are are developing your English proficiency, or helping people to do so; if you are a public speaker, want to improve your public speaking or presentation skills, or become a better poet or writer, this episode is for you. Share your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Pitch Perfect | 03 Dec 2024 | 01:06:38 | |
On this week's episode, I explore current research on vocal pitch - why we change our voices for babies, pitch across cultures, Japanese-speaking women vs English-speaking women, pitch in the brain, pitch in neurodivergence and what happens to our pitch as we age. If you're a voice coach, English language teacher, public speaking trainer or simply have a curious mind (neurodivergent or not), there'll be some interesting curiosities in here for you. Share your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Unconventional Irish Cures | 26 Nov 2024 | 01:25:28 | |
This week, I talk about the perception of pain and pleasure, cures in Irish folklore like the "lick," a cure for asthma, a cure for shingles and styes. I also share the story of Ireland's Healing Goddess, Airmed. Easily split into two for your journey to and from work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why are Potatoes Called Pomme de Terre? | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:59:12 | |
This week, on foot of a conversation I had with my sister about the French term for potatoes, I've explored the evolution of the words fruit, apple and potato. From French to Farsi, Russian to Zulu, Spanish to Slovakian, Lithuanian to Italian - and German, Austrian, Irish, Spanish, Swiss, Polish, and Portuguese, no plate has been left empty after harvest season. Dig in and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Pursuit of Happiness | 12 Nov 2024 | 01:22:39 | |
This week, I explore overwhelming joy, pursuing happiness, finding contentment, herons and wasps. I also read a short piece from my book - Healing on the Camino. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Paradox of Que Sera Sera | 05 Nov 2024 | 01:36:48 | |
An exploration of battle, prophecy, the WWF's impact on America, the concept of que sera, sera, the ancient Greek concept of teleology, future proofing vs living in the moment - and the story of the Irish Crow Goddess, The Morrigan at Samhain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Tlachtga - The Fire Goddess of Samhain | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:41:38 | |
What's the difference between Samhain and Halloween? When does Samhain really fall? What were the rituals? Where did Halloween, or Samhain, in Ireland really start? Who was Tlachtga and what does she have to do with the Halloween, or Samhain Fire Festival? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Drowning of Boann - Ireland's River Goddess | 22 Oct 2024 | 01:02:26 | |
This week, I talk about water, and tell you the story of Boann, Ireland's river Goddess who created the River Boyne which nurtures the land around the site of the Battle of the Boyne, Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Romance of Mís and Dubh Ruis | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:43:53 | |
This week, I tell you about an ancient site near Dingle in Co. Kerry named Loch a'Dúin and share the story of The Romance of Mís and Dubh Ruis. If you want the list of Hiberno English words, find me on Instagram and I'll send you a link.
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