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The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan

Finghin Mac Cárthaighfinghinmac.substack.com
A conversation about the Irish language and its history for anyone curious about their relationship with it and its role in our identity. From real life stories and experiences, to historical insights and thought-provoking theories, the podcast takes listeners on a culture rich journey through the evolution of the Irish Language. Visit the official website at - https://thelanguagequestion.com

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Episodes

S2 #5 A Life in Irish Literature and Language: A Conversation with Alan Titley

In this episode of Season 2 of The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan, host Finghin Mac Cárthaigh (Flor McCarthy) sits down with Alan Titley, renowned author, scholar, translator, and Professor Emeritus of Modern Irish. Together, they explore how learning Irish (Gaeilge) can go far beyond grammar and vocabulary, opening powerful pathways into identity, heritage, and belonging. Thanks for your interest in The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan! Subscribe for free to receive priority notificat...

May 05, 20261 hr 22 min

S2 #4 Finding Irish as an Adult Learner - A Conversation with Briana Ní Loingsigh

In this episode of Season 2 of The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan , host Finghin Mac Cárthaigh (Flor McCarthy) sits down with Briana Ní Loingsigh, an Irish-Polish American writer, creator, and Irish language learner. Together, they explore how learning Irish (Gaeilge) can go far beyond grammar and vocabulary, opening powerful pathways into identity, heritage, and belonging. Thanks for your interest in The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan ! Subscribe for free to receive priority notific...

Apr 21, 202657 min

S2 #3 Language, Empathy and Connection: A Conversation with Dian Killian

In this episode of Season 2 of The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan , host Finghin Mac Cárthaigh (Flor McCarthy) sits down with Dian Killian, certified trainer in Nonviolent Communication (NVC), mediator, poet, and author. Together, they explore how language shapes not only how we communicate — but how we connect, understand, and relate to one another on a deeply human level. Thanks for reading The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan! Subscribe for free to receive priority notification on f...

Apr 07, 202659 min

S2 #2 Reconnecting with Irish Through Story, Identity & Etymology - A Conversation with Mollie Guidera

In this episode of Season 2 of The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan , host Finghin Mac Cárthaigh (Flor McCarthy) sits down with Mollie Guidera, educator, writer, and language activist. Together, they explore how learning Irish (Gaeilge) can go far beyond grammar and vocabulary, opening powerful pathways into identity, heritage, and belonging. Thanks for your interest in The Language Question ~ Ceist na Teangan! Subscribe for free to receive priority notification on future episodes and to rec...

Mar 24, 20261 hr 3 min

S2 #1 - Listen Up Irish Reading Challenge - A Conversation with Listen Up Irish Founders Patricia Nic Eoin & Joe Ó Fátharta

Listen Up Irish Reading Challenge A Conversation with Listen Up Irish Founders Patricia Nic Eoin & Joe Ó Fátharta Season 2 – Episode #1 In the first episode of Season 2 of The Language Question , host Finghin Mac Cárthaigh (Flor McCarthy) speaks with Patricia Nic Eoin and Joe Ó Fátharta , founders of the Listen Up Irish Reading Challenge . Together they explore how reading in Irish (Gaeilge) can open powerful new pathways into the language while deepening our connection to place, identity an...

Mar 10, 20261 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 1

#24 Scríbhneoirí na Gaelainne Nua - A Conversation with Éilis Neary

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-24-scribhneoiri-na-gaelainne-nua-a-conversation-with-eilis-neary/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Mar 19, 20241 hr 12 min

#23 The Power of Individual Action - A Conversation with Derek Hollingsworth

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-23-the-power-of-individual-action-a-conversation-with-derek-hollingsworth/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Feb 27, 20241 hr 12 min

#22 An Calafóirneach Gaelach - A Conversation with Séathrún Sardina

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-22-an-calafoirneach-gaelach-a-conversation-with-seathrun-sardina This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Feb 12, 20241 hr 7 min

#21 Banríon an Ghrinn - A Conversation with Áine Gallagher

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-21-banrion-an-ghrinn-a-conversation-with-aine-gallagher This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Jan 29, 20241 hr 13 min

#19 Ag Filleadh Arís - Coming Back Again: A Conversation with Eóin Killackey

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-19-ag-filleadh-aris-coming-back-again-a-conversation-with-eoin-killackey This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Dec 11, 20231 hr 23 min

#18 Gaeilgeoir san Úll Mór - A Conversation with Caoimhe Nic Giollarnáith

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-18-gaeilgeoir-san-ull-mor-a-conversation-with-caoimhe-nic-giollarnaith This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Nov 27, 20231 hr 2 min

#17 Banfhile Ildánach: A Conversation with Ciara Ní É

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-17-banfhile-ildanach-a-conversation-with-ciara-ni-e This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Nov 14, 20231 hr 18 min

#16 Fear na bhfocal - The Wordman - A Conversation with Gary Bannister

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-16-fear-na-bhfocal-the-wordman-a-conversation-with-gary-bannister This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Oct 23, 20231 hr 22 min

#15 The Estonian Connection - A Conversation with Indrek Ois

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-15-the-estonian-connection-a-conversation-with-indrek-ois This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Oct 09, 20231 hr

#14 Lifting the Invisibility Cloak - A Conversation with Áine Ní Ghlinn

To learn more and for all show notes go to - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-14-lifting-the-invisibility-cloak-a-conversation-with-aine-ni-ghlinn This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Sep 25, 20231 hr 26 min

#11 What About All About Irish - A Conversation with Patricia Mac Eoin

For all show notes and links visit - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-11-what-about-all-about-irish-a-conversation-with-patricia-mac-eoin This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com...

Jul 03, 202354 min

#10 Mórfhile na Cathrach; A Conversation with Louis De Paor

For all show notes and links visit - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-10-morfhile-na-cathrach-a-conversation-with-louis-de-paor/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Jun 19, 202356 min

#6 Western Star - A Conversation with Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh

For all show notes and links visit - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-6-a-conversation-with-muireann-nic-amhlaoibh This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Apr 24, 202353 min

#4 The Language and The Colony - A conversation with Audrey Magee

For all show notes and links visit - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-4-a-conversation-with-audrey-magee This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Mar 27, 20231 hr 11 min

#3 Global Gael - A conversation with Tadhg Mac Dhonnagáin

For all show notes and links visit - https://thelanguagequestion.com/episode-3-a-conversation-with-tadhg-mac-dhonnagain/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Mar 20, 20231 hr 21 min

#2 A View from the Heart of the Donegal Gaeltacht

For all show notes and links visit - https://thelanguagequestion.com/a-view-from-the-heart-of-the-gaeltacht/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Mar 13, 202359 min

#1 - A Historian of the Irish Language

For all show notes and links visit - https://thelanguagequestion.com/a-historian-of-the-irish-language/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Mar 06, 20231 hr 26 min

Fáilte - Weclome | Introduction

Fáilte - Welcome | An Introduction to The Language Question - Ceist na Teangan This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit finghinmac.substack.com

Feb 21, 20236 min
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