Podcasts: Celtic Stories from Ireland and Scotland
Join me for conversations, discoveries, and little audio souvenirs from my journeys.
Is Seaweed the New Kale? Ireland's Coastal Superfood
Seaweed has been part of Irish life for generations, but now it's becoming a sought-after superfood around the world. Join me as I visit Connemara Seaweed and learn how this traditional Irish ingredient is harvested, processed, and shipped from the Wild Atlantic Way to kitchens across the globe.
Murphy's Ice Cream | The Sweet Taste of Dingle
Murphy's Ice Cream has become one of Ireland's most beloved food brands, serving inventive flavors made with local ingredients from County Kerry. In this podcast, Sean Murphy shares how two brothers turned a dream of making the world's best ice cream into a sweet success story.
Ballymaloe Cookery School | Ireland's Culinary Legacy
Hidden in the countryside of East Cork, Ballymaloe Cookery School has been shaping chefs and home cooks for decades. In this podcast, I explore the farm, kitchens, and philosophy behind one of Ireland's most respected culinary institutions.
Buster Luscombe | An Irish Balladeer from Cobh
When I heard Buster Luscombe singing in a packed pub in Cobh, I knew I had to learn his story. In this podcast, the Irish balladeer shares his life as a welder, world traveler, author, and entertainer whose music continues to draw audiences from around the world.
Restoring Galway Hookers | Ireland's Maritime Heritage
Ireland's iconic Galway Hookers are more than historic boats—they're part of the country's maritime identity. In this podcast, I meet the volunteers, craftsmen, and families dedicated to restoring these traditional vessels and keeping their stories afloat for future generations.
Macroom Water Buffalo Farm | Ireland's Dairy Success
What began with 31 imported water buffalo has grown into one of Ireland's most unique agricultural success stories. At Macroom Buffalo Farm, visitors can meet the herd, learn about water buffalo dairy farming, and taste award-winning cheeses made right on the farm
Kilbaha Gallery and Sculptor Seamus Connolly
At the edge of County Clare's Loop Head Peninsula, Kilbaha Gallery showcases contemporary Irish art with deep local roots. In this episode, I meet gallery owners Ailish Connolly and Liz Greehy, and sculptor Seamus Connolly, whose bronze works celebrate some of Ireland's most influential figures.
Jameson Whiskey Casks and the Art of Coopering
Behind every bottle of Jameson is a carefully crafted cask. In this episode, I visit the Jameson Distillery in Middleton and meet master cooper Ger Buckley, whose work preserving, repairing, and preparing whiskey barrels helps shape the flavor and quality of one of Ireland's most famous spirits.