Hidden tales from Monto: Dublin’s notorious red-light district
Mar 10, 2025•26 min
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Episode description
Nestled in between O’Connell Street and Connolly station lies an unassuming Dublin neighbourhood that holds a hidden history — it was once the site of Monto, a red-light district from the 1860s to 1925. Tens of thousands of women passed through its brothels, with some leaving after a short amount of time, and others going on to become the most ruthless madams any red-light district has ever seen.
*This podcast features discussion of a sexual nature and might not be suitable for all ages*
Host: Kevin Doyle, Guest; Dr Caroline West
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