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Talking Blarney Podcast

Stuart Mcnamara, Rob Crossshows.acast.com
Have you ever wondered what real Irish people think of movies and tv supposedly set in Ireland? We're here to let you know by going through the best and worst of them. We review and dissect these "irish" movies based on, in and around ireland to tell you if they are a good representation of ireland or if you're being fed a load of blarney.

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Episodes

Father Ted episode 3 & 4

On this weeks episode we congratulate Joe Biden on becoming the next president of th US. With that we go through the storied history of irish american president. Then we get onto episode 3 and 4 of Father Ted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 09, 202052 minEp. 20

Far and away

On this weeks episode, we begin by discussing the various unique irish breads. Then we jump right into the movie of the week "Far and Away" Starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 02, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 19

The Irish origins of Halloween

In celebration of Halloween, this episode we discuss the celtic origins of Halloween and how it evolved into the celebration we know today. We also go through some of the most important irish language phrases. Find us on Twitter: @Blarneypod and email us at talkingblarneypod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 20201 hr 18 minEp. 18

Rawhead Rex

Unfortunately this weeks podcast had to be recorded a little differently than usual as Ireland is heading back into lockdown, however we still have a great episode for you. On this episode the talk about Irelands missing dolphin Fungie, then we speak about the natiral wonder of Ireland known as the Burren. Finally we jump into the movie of the week, Rawhead Rex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 20201 hr 15 minEp. 17

Stitches

This week we begin by going through some of Irelands wildlife. We then get into the movie Stitches starring Ross Noble Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 20201 hr 12 minEp. 16

The Leprechaun

On this weeks episode we begin by discussing the Irish president, Michael D Higgins. Then we get into discussing the horror movie, Leprechaun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 05, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 15

Che Guevaras visits to Ireland

This week we discuss a staple of irish shopping, pennys. Then we get on to the multiple visits of Che Guevara to Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 202044 minEp. 14

The theft of the british crown jewels

Today we go through a list of some of the most popular words that have irish origins. The we go through the life of Thomas Blood, the only man to steal the crown jewels of england. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 202057 minEp. 13

Michael Collins

How do irish weddings differ from the rest of the world. We discuss some of the unique aspects of the irish wedding. Then we review the 1996 movie Michael Collins starring Liam Neeson and Alan Rickman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 07, 20201 hr 18 minEp. 12

Evelyn

Ever wondered how Ireland accidentally legalised drugs for a day? We discuss that and other weird irish laws. Then we get into the movie of the week, Evelyn. A movie where a mans childern are taken by the state and he must fight the law to get them back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 20201 hr 11 minEp. 11

Father Ted episode 1 and 2

On this weeks episode we give our thoughts on the RTE, Irelands public broadcaster. After that we give our reviews of the first two episodes of Father Ted Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 202058 minEp. 10

Dancing at Lughnasa

With our new intro sorted we start this episode by going through what makes up an Irish night out. We then review the movie Dancing at Lughnasa staring Meryl Streep and Michael Gambon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 202053 minEp. 9

The Quiet Man

This week we begin by commemorating the life of John Hume, going through many of his greatest achievements for Ireland. Then we jump into our review of The Quiet Man starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 20201 hr 9 minEp. 8

Dead Meat

In this weeks episode we discuss the wonderful breakfast roll then get into the fantastic irish horror movie Dead Meat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 03, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 7

Irish Superheroes

This week we go through some of the many irish superheroes found throughout comics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 27, 202052 minEp. 6

The Simpsons and Family Guy

This week we review the Irish episodes of both The Simpsons and Family Guy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 202059 minEp. 5

The Yank

In this episode we talk about the Irish perception of yanks and then review the movie "The Yank" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 202055 minEp. 4

The Foreigner

We review the movie The Foreigner to see if its representation of Ireland is accurate or a load of blarney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 06, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 3

Chasing Leprechauns

In our second episode we talk a bit about film news relating to Ireland, everything you need to know about Guinness and then review the Hallmark movie, Chasing Leprechauns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 202043 minEp. 2

Episode 1 trailer

Trailer for our first episode on the movie Darby O'Gill and the Little People Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 202032 sec

Darby O'Gill and the Little People

Our first episode in which we go through Darby O'Gill and the Little People. Breaking down the irishness in the movie to see if its accurate or a load of blarney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 202035 minEp. 1
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