Podcasts about Celtic

From the jigs of County Clare to the reels of Donegal, this week we're taking you on a musical journey across Ireland and beyond. We've got everything from Boxing Robin's energetic traditional sets to contemporary voices like Nerea The Fiddler and Irish Millie. Plus, the legendary Altan stops by with a stunning reel selection. Grab your headphones—this is This Week in Celtic Music on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #747  -  -  Subscribe now at CelticMusicPodcast.com! Boxing Robin, Alex Sturbaum, Vienna Scheyer, The Drowsy Lads, Nerea The Fiddler, Erin Ruth, Autumn Rhodes, Tulua, ISHNA, Sue Tillotson, Jim Cunningham, Altan, Low Power Trio, Ian Alistair Gosbee, Ironwood music, Callán, Irish Millie, The Irish Rovers GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items with what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2026 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create this year's Best Celtic music episode. You have just three weeks to vote this year. Vote Now! THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:06 - Boxing Robin "Clare to Donegal Jigs" from The View From Here 3:29 - WELCOME 5:29 - Alex Sturbaum "Irishman's Heart to the Ladies / Hills of Glenorchy / When the Cock Crows it is Day (feat. Vienna Scheyer)" from Slash 10:25 - The Drowsy Lads "Memories and Moments" from Time Flies 13:57 - Nerea The Fiddler "A Moment of Absence" from Off The Beatn Path 16:15 - Erin Ruth, Autumn Rhodes "Irish Ways & Irish Laws" from single 19:10 - FEEDBACK 23:09 - Tulua "Rambling Boys of Pleasure" from No Coming No Going 28:56 - ISHNA "Cunla" from Slí Amach 32:57 - Sue Tillotson & Jim Cunningham "Star of the County Down" from Water Horse 35:55 - Altan "The House of Baoithín Selection: Miss Stewart's/Bonnie Annie/Hand Me Down The Tea Things/House of Baoithín (Reels)" from Donegal 39:42 - Low Power Trio "Arthur McBride" from Dirty Old Town 45:13 - THANKS 47:05 - Ian Alistair Gosbee "Grace" from Ray of Sunshine 50:01 - Ironwood "The White Gypsy" from Gretna Green 54:08 - Callán "Young Bridie" from Bloody Callán 56:57 - Irish Millie "Big Red" from GRACE 1:00:49 - CLOSING 1:01:49 - The Irish Rovers "Across The Western Ocean" from Drunken Sailor 1:04:21 - CREDITS Support for this program comes from Hank Woodward. Support for this program comes from Dr. Annie Lorkowski of Centennial Animal Hospital in Corona, California. Support for this program comes from International speaker, Joseph Dumond, teaching the ancient roots of the Gaelic people. Learn more about their origins at Sightedmoon.com Support for this program comes from Cascadia Cross Border Law Group, Creating Transparent Borders for more than twenty five years, serving Alaska and the world. Find out more at   www.CascadiaLawAlaska.com The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to follow the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Finally, remember. Clean energy isn't just good for the planet, it's good for your wallet. Solar and wind are now the cheapest power sources in history. But too many politicians would rather protect billionaires than help working families save on their bills. Real change starts when we stop allowing the ultra - rich to write our energy policy and run our government. Let's choose affordable, renewable power. Clean energy means lower costs, more freedom, and a planet that can actually breathe. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Celtic musician and also host of Pub Songs & Stories. Every song has a story, every episode is a toast to Celtic and folk songwriters. Discover the stories behind the songs from the heart of the Celtic pub scene. This podcast is for fans of all kinds of Celtic music. We are here to build a diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email the artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. These musicians are not part of some corporation. They are small indie groups that rely on people just like you to support their music so they can keep creating it. Please show your generosity. Buy a CD, Album Pin, Shirt, Digital Download, or join their community on Patreon. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. Email follow@bestcelticmusic to learn how to subscribe to the podcast and you will get a free music - only episode. IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODFEST Join us Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 12 to 6 PM for the Irish & Celtic Music PodFest and Arts Market at The Lost Druid Brewery in Avondale Estates, Georgia. Spend the afternoon surrounded by live Celtic and folk music from Kinnfolk, The Muckers, May Will Bloom, and Marc Gunn. Grab a pint, enjoy the tunes, and share the energy of a true Celtic gathering. While the music plays, explore our Arts Market filled with handmade crafts, art, and unique gifts from local creators. It's a celebration of music, creativity, and community — all in one place. Come for the songs. Stay for the spirit. We'll see you at The Lost Druid on March 8.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE.After last week's blockbuster episode, Ange Postecoglou returns to join Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright for a deeper look at his life in and out of football.Ange reflects on his upbringing in Australia after his family moved from Greece, how that shaped him, and where his love for the game truly began.The conversation then turns to his coaching journey, from developing his bold tactical identity at Tottenham to his short spell at Nottingham Forest. Does he regret taking the job at the City Ground, and would he make the same decision again?We also revisit his time at Spurs, including winning the Europa League against Manchester United, managing top players like Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero, and how he views both the highs and the setbacks.Celtic, VAR and what comes next in his career are all up for discussion, as well as his view that the Manchester United job is “the hardest in football”.What club would you like to see Ange manage next? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap.This episode is sponsored by Huel.Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day's full-on, you need fuel that's fast and actually good for you.Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds.

Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to what's set to be another crucial weekend in the SPFL Scottish Premiership after last week's epic events.Are Hearts now in must-win territory after their defeat to Rangers last week and can Celtic finally win a game without leaving it to the last minute again!? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave looks at the news & gossip as Ange Postecoglou says he's unlikely to return to Celtic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at the news & gossip as Ange Postecoglou says he's unlikely to return to Celtic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harry and Andrew briefly revisit the dramatic victory over Kilmarnock before the focus quickly shifts to the looming European test against VfB Stuttgart. The bhoys discuss Celtic's fluctuating performance levels, the psychology of late wins, and whether scraping through domestically builds resilience or masks deeper issues. They explore how trust within the squad, particularly in midfield, remains fundamental to controlling games and why conviction in possession will be critical against stronger opposition.Celtic's character has been tested repeatedly in recent weeks; now the question is whether they can translate late drama into sustained authority. Winning remains the priority but doing so with consistency, clarity, and confidence will define the weeks ahead.Enjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

We look at where the Scottish Cup could end up after Aberdeen and Motherwell faced each other last night and look ahead to the first leg of Celtic's Europa League play-off against Stuttgart. With Charlotte Cohen, Stephen McGowan and Scott Allan.

Leverkusen steht mit einem Bein im Champions-League-Achtelfinale, schlägt Piräus mit 2:0. Interessant: Bayer hat sich bei Leon Goretzka nach einem möglichen Wechsel erkundigt. Inter Mailand droht dagegen nach einer überraschenden Pleite das Aus. Ebenfalls Thema: die anderen Königsklassen-Spiele und die Europa-League-Partie vom VfB Stuttgart bei Celtic Glasgow. _Betonter Text_- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stammplatz.pod/) - Stammplatz-Handy: 015165587282 - E-Mail: stammplatz@bild.de - Adresse: Stammplatz, André Albers, Noah Friedmann und Niklas Heising, Axel-Springer-Straße 65, 10888 Berlin Der tägliche Fußball-Podcast mit André Albers, Noah Friedmann und Niklas Heising! Stammplatz erscheint jeden Tag, wirklich JEDEN Tag! Wer hier zuhört, gibt beim Thema Fußball immer den Ton an! Stammplatz – tägliche Fußball-News

Wieder ein guter Euro-Abend für ein deutsches Team! Stuttgart siegt in Glasgow mit 4:1, steht mit einem Bein im Achtelfinale der Europa League. Außerdem spricht Niklas mit Sky-Experte Erik Meijer über den anstehenden Bundesliga-Spieltag. _Betonter Text_- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stammplatz.pod/) - Stammplatz-Handy: 015165587282 - E-Mail: stammplatz@bild.de - Adresse: Stammplatz, André Albers, Noah Friedmann und Niklas Heising, Axel-Springer-Straße 65, 10888 Berlin Der tägliche Fußball-Podcast mit André Albers, Noah Friedmann und Niklas Heising! Stammplatz erscheint jeden Tag, wirklich JEDEN Tag! Wer hier zuhört, gibt beim Thema Fußball immer den Ton an! Stammplatz – tägliche Fußball-News

Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to what's set to be another crucial weekend in the SPFL Scottish Premiership after last week's epic events.Are Hearts now in must-win territory after their defeat to Rangers last week and can Celtic finally win a game without leaving it to the last minute again!? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.After a chaotic stoppage-time winner against Kilmarnock on Sunday, Christopher Gallagher is joined by Barry Gallagher and Christopher Boud to break down a week that keeps the title charge alive, but still leaves questions hanging in the air.The panel discuss:● Julián Araujo's instant impact and why making him permanent should be a priority● Big Tam's growing influence and whether his link-up play is the key to unlocking tight games● Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's class off the bench and how quickly he should be starting● Defensive frailties around Scales, Trusty and Schmeichel — wobble or warning sign?● The Green Brigade situation and the atmosphere debate at Celtic Park● Darren O'Dea's explosive comments on John Kennedy and the internal shake-up● A daunting run of fixtures including Stuttgart home and away, Rangers at Ibrox, and a trip to Pittodrie● Listener questions and whether goal difference could be crucialAll that, plus a look ahead to a massive Europa League night as Celtic's season teeters between glory and disaster.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from last night's UEFA Champions League action including the racism allegations in Lisbon, plus there is a look ahead to tonight's action and there is a Premier League game taking place between Wolves and Arsenal.Champions League fallout as Vinicius Junior accuses Gianluca Prestianni of racial abuse during Real Madrid's win over Benfica in Lisbon.Reaction from Jose Mourinho and strong criticism from Spanish football expert Graham Hunter on Off The Ball Breakfast.A full round-up of Tuesday's Champions League results, including Juventus' heavy defeat to Galatasaray.Late drama in France as Paris Saint-Germain fight back to beat Monaco despite a brace from Folarin Balogun.Goals from Serhou Guirassy and Max Beier secure victory for Borussia Dortmund.A look ahead to tonight's action as Newcastle United travel to face Qarabag, with Eddie Howe targeting more history.Other key ties previewed, including Inter's trip to Bodo/Glimt and Atletico Madrid on the road at Club Brugge.Mikel Arteta addresses Arsenal's growing warm-up injury concerns ahead of their clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers.Relegation battles in focus as Vitor Pereira begins his mission to keep Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.Championship and Scottish storylines covered, including play-off drama and discussion on who could succeed Martin O'Neill in the Celtic hot seat.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

95 years ago this week was the birth of Bobby Collins, one of the most popular Celts of the 1950s.Collins was involved in numerous memorable Celtic moments, as well as having a very successful career in England.This latest podcast tells his story.Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic's past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys' history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.comEnjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

Former Celtic and Stuttgart defender Andreas Hinkel discusses his divided loyalties as the two clubs meet in the Europa League play off and reflects on his own career in Scotland.

Gordon Duncan, Brian Graham and Simon Donnelly are in the studio as Martin O'Neill prepares for his 1,000th game in management.Derek McInnes says people wrong to dismiss Hearts' title chances and Motherwell travel to Aberdeen in Scottish Cup.

With having a drop taken and/or a mind wandering being common along both branches of the family tree it behooves a fella from time to time to test-drive what remains of his wits, if any. It struck me recently that for perfectly sound (har de har har) reasons I hadn't done an episode of Radio Free Dogpatch since February 2025. But times pass and things change and people clearly aren't getting any smarter, especially me. So here we are so, dusting off what few of the mad skills I possessed only in theory not so very long ago and taking them for a spin around the old podcasting studio to see what falls off. For openers, the 24-inch LG display that now supplements the 14-inch M4 MacBook Pro in my main office is no longer attached to the MacBook Pro in the studio, which is 10 years older and an inch smaller, displaywise, and I cannot recommend such a tiny stage for audio theater as senescence staggers forward, trying to remember where it left its spectacles (atop its head). Auphonic is no longer a strictly free app, which failed to astonish me in this, the New Gilded Age, so creator and audience must deal with what they call a "Jingle" fore and aft. Jingle my bollocks, boys ... I'll be looking for some other way to give me chin music a tuneup before I next set it out on its street corner to busk for nothing. Finally, Libsyn has gotten a makeover as well, but if you're reading this you can be sure that I managed to negotiate their tricksy little maze. An old ratoncito can still cut the cheese. Find the cheese! I meant find the cheese! Where the hell are my glasses? Oh ... never mind. Could this be the start of something big? Probably not. Mostly I wanted to see if I could still get 'er done. Also, I was bored. Giving the old brain-box a wee scrape and a splash of paint is a fine way to stay out of the wind, which is full of allergens and other evil tidings. • Technical notes: RFD uses the Ethos mic from Earthworks Audio; Audio-Technica ATH-M50X headphones; Zoom H5 Handy Recorder; Rogue Amoeba's Audio Hijack; Apple's GarageBand, and Auphonic for a wash and brushup. Sound byte from Mike Judge's "Idiocracy" lifted from YouTube. Booing crowd, kicked-in door, and Celtic tune from Freesound. "Out of Step," which you've heard here before, comes from Audio Hero via Zapsplat. Special guest appearance from Miss Mia Sopaipilla, who despite a screechy meow is healthy as a horse as she approaches her 19th (!) birthday.

In this episode of The Huddle Breakdown, we dissect the 2-3 win at Rugby Park. James and Alan analyze the “unwatchable” first half where the midfield was bypassed for “hoof ball” tactics. We discuss the growing “anxiety” and fear infecting the support as the title race tightens, but surprisingly conclude that the upcoming Europa League clash with Stuttgart might be the perfect tactical antidote to our SPFL struggles.Want to support the channel? - https://huddlebreakdown.comLike this video and want more content like it? Subscribe to the channel below and hit the bell to get notified every time a new video goes live. Follow us on Twitter: @huddlebreakdown@Alan_Morrison67 @jucojames Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Go Radio Football Show: 18th of February 2026. PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Paul Cooney, Andy Walker and Jamie Murphy dive into Scotland's biggest talking points ahead of a huge Europa League night for Celtic. The episode blends nostalgia, tactical insight, league analysis, and sharp debate. Martin O'Neill's Milestone & Celtic's European Test Reaction to Martin O'Neill's incredible 1,000‑game managerial achievement. How the atmosphere at Celtic Park could shape the Europa League clash with Stuttgart. The panel debate whether Celtic's defensive partnership — Trusty & Scales — will hold firm. Celtic vs Rangers — Momentum, Mindset & Mistakes Why Rangers' mentality shift under Danny Rohl is becoming a defining storyline. The importance of bouncing back from the Hearts slip and how squad fitness plays in. Livingston & Relegation Worries Brutal assessment of Livingston's season: one win in 27 and counting. Discussion around how pitch changes changed the dynamic at Almondvale. St Mirren, Kilmarnock & Dundee — who's sliding closest to danger? Standout Players & Contract Questions Early picks for standout performers across the league. James Tavernier's future — is it time to move on or sign again? Weekend Predictions The team call wins for Celtic, Rangers, and Hearts — but with big caveats. Why Hibs always pose a threat… but maybe not enough this time. Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App  https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. Watch the Replay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsGoRadio/streams For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD... 

Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Mauricio Pedroza react to Chivas' big win in the Clasico Nacional, Armando Gonzalez's contribution, and how the goalkeepers' performances impacted their Mexican National Team prospects. Then, they react to the news that Johnathan Perez is on the way to Chivas and Marcelo Flores is switching national teams from Mexico to Canada. They talk about Julian Araujo's match winner for Celtic before Running It Back, giving their MLS predictions, and doing a quick round of In Case You Missed It. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to episode #464 of TMT•Exciting late winners all week, but can we keep relying on these?•Hatate's Celtic career is fizzling out•Should we ever treat Europe as a distraction?•Get Araujo signedand much moreTreat yourself or the 20MT listener in your life, as well as supporting the podcast with some 20MT merch at 20mt.bigcartel.com/You can help support the production of these podcasts, get AD FREE content as well as gaining access to over 1200 extra episodes at patreon.com/20MinuteTimsSign up for Celtic's Youth Development Lottery The Celtic Pools and help shape Celtic's future here - https://celticpools.securecollections.net/index.aspx?Agent=353920MT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two Ways Across Ireland: Direct and Easy, or Scenic and Story-Filled Traveling between Dublin and Galway might look simple on a map – a straight shot from east to west. And it can be. But this is Ireland, and sometimes the best part of the journey is what happens when you detour off the motorway. Dublin to Galway Drive: 2 Routes Across Ireland Dublin and Galway are two of Ireland's most popular city bases. Whether you're starting your trip in the capital or finishing along the Wild Atlantic Way, chances are you'll travel between them. You have two very different options: The quick motorway route (about 2.5 hours direct) A route that dips south of the motorway and turns the drive into a full-day – or even two-day – journey Which one makes sense for you really comes down to how much time you have between Dublin and Galway. If you're working within a tight schedule, the motorway is efficient and straightforward. If you've built flexibility into your itinerary, leaving the motorway opens up castles, early Christian history, and some wonderfully open midlands landscapes along the way. This article is also available as the Traveling in Ireland podcast, episode 326. Use the player below to listen or scroll to continue reading the article and get resource links. Route 1: The Quick and Easy Motorway (M4 to M6) If you want to arrive in Galway with plenty of afternoon ahead of you, the motorway is your friend. Leaving Dublin, you'll take the M4, which seamlessly connects to the M6 about a third of the way across the country. It's an easy drive, well-signed, and very manageable even if you're new to driving in Ireland. There are two tolls on this route: Kilcock–Kinnegad (M4) West of Ballinasloe (M6) Depending on your starting point in Dublin, you may also encounter the barrier-free electronic toll on the M50 ring road. Learn more about toll roads in Ireland – and why you probably don't need to purchase a tool pass from your rental car company This route is ideal if: You want an uninterrupted afternoon in Galway (or Dublin) You're planning evening music and pub hopping You're short on time But even the “quick” route offers one classic stop. A Stop in Athlone: Sean's Bar Roughly halfway across the country sits Athlone, and more specifically, Sean's Bar — the oldest pub in Ireland (and Europe), with origins dating back to 900 AD. As you enter, Sean's Bar feels exactly like you hope it will. The long wooden bar anchors the front room, worn smooth by centuries of elbows and conversation. There's usually a fire glowing in the hearth, adding that unmistakable warmth that Irish pubs do so well. Tucked into corners near the back you'll find cozy snugs, perfect for quiet chats, while the walls are layered with memorabilia that tells the story of the building and the people who've passed through it. There's even a small viewing area where part of the original wattle and wicker wall is visible – uncovered during renovations and now preserved as a reminder of just how long this spot has welcomed travelers. Most travelers pop in for a quick pint, stretch their legs, and continue west. But if you have time, you can book into one of the workshops: learn to pour a pint of Guinness, sip uisce beatha – the water of life – with a whiskey tasting, or enjoy an Irish coffee while hearing about the pub's history. If you're hungry, the Left Bank Bistro, across the street, is an excellent choice for a relaxed and satisfying meal before getting back on the road. Parking tip: Street parking near the pub is limited. Follow the road up the hill for paid public parking (bring coins or download the parking app to pay). From here, it's about an hour to Galway — and you'll likely arrive with the afternoon still ahead of you. Route 2: The Scenic Detour through County Offaly If you have a full day between Dublin and Galway – or even better, two – dipping south of the motorway transforms a simple transfer into a highlight of your itinerary. Exiting the motorway at the N52 will lead you to A remarkable castle estate One of Ireland's most important monastic sites Optional whiskey experiences A castle stay Wide-open parklands reclaimed from peat bog It's slower. It's richer. And it feels wonderfully “middle of Ireland.” From the M6, exit at Kilbeggan and follow the N52 south toward Birr. Birr Castle: Innovation and Gardens in the Irish Midlands Birr Castle Demesne is one of those places that surprises people. Still a private residence of the Parsons family (the Earls of Rosse), the estate blends science, history, and landscape beautifully. The on-site Science Centre tells the story of the family's remarkable innovations – from early photography to engineering feats – and most impressively, the Leviathan telescope, which was the largest in the world until the 1920s. Visiting Birr Castle isn't only about innovation and astronomy. Once you leave the Science Centre, the estate opens up into more than 120 acres of gardens, parklands, and quiet walking paths for your exploration. Massive trees, carefully designed formal gardens, and wide green lawns make it easy to linger longer than you planned. The castle itself is still a private residence, which makes it feel lived-in rather than staged. At certain times of year, guided tours bring you inside a handful of rooms on the main level – spaces that reflect both the family's long history and the reality that this is still their home. There's something rather lovely about that balance of past and present. You might even be lucky enough to spot a member of the family coming or going, a small reminder that this isn't simply a preserved monument. If you're traveling with children, the treehouse alone could make the stop worthwhile. It's less “simple wooden platform” and more storybook fortress, built for climbing, exploring, and letting off steam. Parents can relax nearby while the kids burn energy before getting back in the car. Birr Castle Demense is the kind of place that works equally well for adults who want to wander gardens and for families who need space to play – and that's not always easy to find in one stop. Plan on at least two to three hours here. It's one of those places that quietly earns more time the longer you stay. Clonmacnoise: Ireland's Ancient Crossroads From Birr, make your way back toward the M6 for a stop at Clonmacnoise, one of Ireland's significant early Christian sites. Founded in the 6th century by St. Ciarán, Clonmacnoise grew where Ireland's great crossroads once met – the River Shannon running north to south, and the main land route crossing east to west through the boglands. In its time, this was a place of movement, trade, learning, and faith. It became one of the great monastic centers of Ireland during the era of ‘saints and scholars'. Today, visitors can wander through extensive church ruins that stretch across the site, with two round towers rising above the landscape as they have for centuries. The three high crosses are especially worth your time. Intricately carved and remarkably expressive, they tell stories in stone – biblical scenes, symbols, and craftsmanship that still draw you in when you stand close. Allow at least 90 minutes to explore properly, especially if you want to spend time studying the high crosses and walking the full grounds. As an OPW heritage site, it's also a worthwhile inclusion if you're using an OPW Heritage Card during your trip. Optional Add-Ons: Whiskey Experiences If you enjoy Irish whiskey – or want to understand it better – there are two convenient stops along these routes. Both offer guided experiences that can deepen your appreciation for one of Ireland's most famous exports. At Kilbeggan, just off the M6, you can choose to stop for that whiskey experience (no children under 12), or continue south on the N52 to Tullamore distillery tour (strictly over 21; no children).Advance booking for both tours is highly recommended. Stay Overnight at Kinnitty Castle If you have the time to stretch this journey into two days, Kinnitty Castle makes a memorable place to pause. Book direct – Booking.com Set near the Slieve Bloom Mountains, this is not a polished luxury resort with a spa and endless amenities. It's a castle with character – exposed stone, heavy wood doors, slightly creaking floors, and rooms that lean into their history rather than hiding it. The baronial rooms in particular feel wonderfully atmospheric, with stone walls and timber beams that remind you exactly where you are. It's the kind of place you choose when you want to slow down. Evenings naturally drift toward the Library Bar, where a fire and a comfortable chair make it easy to linger over a drink. Dinner in The Dungeon restaurant adds a bit of fun to the experience, and if you arrive earlier in the day, afternoon tea is a lovely way to settle in. During the day, there are simple activities if you want them – horseback riding (arranged in advance), archery, tennis, and hill walking in the Slieve Bloom Mountains. There's even a fairy trail that's charming whether or not you're traveling with children. One important thing to know: there is no elevator. Some of the most atmospheric rooms are at the top of the castle, so if stairs are a concern, request a ground-floor or lower-level room and pack lightly. This is part of the authenticity – it hasn't been over-modernized – but it's worth planning for. Lough Boora Parklands: A Landscape Reimagined If you've spent the night nearby and want one more stop before arriving in Galway or Dublin, Lough Boora Parklands offers a completely different kind of experience. This was once a working peat bog – lowland bogland harvested for fuel for decades. Today, it has been thoughtfully reclaimed and reshaped into a vast outdoor space filled with lakes, wetlands, woodland, and open pasture. Walking paths wind through the landscape, and the sculpture park is especially compelling. Many of the installations were created with the history of the bog in mind, and some even incorporate the original tools and machinery used in peat harvesting. There's something powerful about seeing those remnants transformed into art. It's also a place where families can relax for a while. There are easy trails, opportunities for bird watching, a fairy trail for younger visitors, and bike hire if you want to cover more ground. You'll even find evidence of a Mesolithic site, a reminder that people have moved through this landscape for thousands of years. The drive between Dublin and Galway can be a straightforward 2.5-hour journey. Or it can be castles, Celtic crosses, telescopes, whiskey, and wide skies over reclaimed bogland. If you simply need to get from one city to the other, the motorway works beautifully. But if you have the time – and even a little curiosity – you might find that taking the long way becomes one of your favorite days in Ireland. The post Dublin to Galway (and Why You Might Want to Take the Long Way) appeared first on Ireland Family Vacations.

After an incredible Super Sunday in the Scottish Premiership, Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday are joined by a fantastic guest to review the weekend's action with former Celtic, Dundee and Republic of Ireland Defender, Darren O'Dea jumping on the sofa with the lads!We discuss Rangers' thrilling 4-2 victory over league leaders, Hearts at Ibrox as well Celtic's unbelievably dramatic finish at Rugby Park, coming back from 2-0 down at half-time with Julian Araujo scoring the winner in the dying seconds to seal yet another late victory for Martin O'Neill's side!We also get some brilliant insight from Darren on his recent time at Celtic as the club's B-Team Manager and then latterly Pathways Manager where he worked alongside the likes of Ange Postecoglou.He also shares some brilliant career stories from his time playing in the Last 16 of the Champions League against AC Milan's superstars, working under Gordon Strachan, dressing room tales and of course some Tommy Gravesen stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Mauricio Pedroza react to Chivas' big win in the Clasico Nacional, Armando Gonzalez's contribution, and how the goalkeepers' performances impacted their Mexican National Team prospects. Then, they react to the news that Johnathan Perez is on the way to Chivas and Marcelo Flores is switching national teams from Mexico to Canada. They talk about Julian Araujo's match winner for Celtic before Running It Back, giving their MLS predictions, and doing a quick round of In Case You Missed It. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Sam & Natalie are joined by Leeds United royalty as our guest is none other than club legend Eddie Gray!Eddie Gray sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his family legacy at Leeds United with both Archie & Harry Gray being the two latest to come through the ranks to what he makes of Celtic's season and the title race in Scotland.They start the pod by briefly discussing the new generation of footballers to come from the Gray family and why the key advice has always been to play football at a young age.The trio then discuss in detail Leeds vs Birmingham in the FA Cup, Why this could be a great opportunity for Leeds to win a major honour & are the fans still 100% behind manager Daniel Farke?Eddie & Sam then chat about the in form Dominic Calvert-Lewin and why he has a serious chance of making England's World Cup squad and why both Ethan Ampadu & Lukas Nmecha have been an incredible signings for Leeds.Eddie Sam & Natalie then discuss the current Premier League relegation battle, which 3 teams they expect wont survive the drop and would Tottenham be the best ever team to be relegated?Eddie then talks about how Archie Gray is a future Tottenham captain, what his best position on the pitch is and could he be called up for Scotland in the future?Finally we end the pod with Eddie discussing his love for Celtic, why Martin O'Neil could leave Celtic at the end of the season & Why Leeds has the BEST Atmosphere!

Gordon Duncan is joined by Cillian Sheridan & Gordon Dalziel as we get more reactions from the weekends dramatic fixtures, we discuss Youssef Chermiti as Rangers number 9, If Celtic should make Julián Araujo deal permanent and we take your calls from all over the world... literally. Plus Beat The Pundit & The Full Time Teaser sponsored by Archiplan Glasgow

DESCRIPTION - TNS 18, 2 - St. Bede the Venerable (672-735 CE), Doctor of the Church - on the (biblical text) Song of Songs - Love as LearningOur Guest has been understood to have been the most learned of the Anglo-Saxon Christians. The particular Form of love that we will notice in him is his love expressed in his devotion to learning of God and of the world that God has given us.The age of the Anglo-Saxons extends from the time when the Romans lost control of Britain around 410 CE up to 1066 CE when the Normans invaded Britain. The Anglo-Saxons (the Angles, the Saxons, and the Jutes - invaders from modern day Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands) were the original “English” peoples (vs. the Britons who were far older, Celtic, inhabitants of Britain), and the type of English that they spoke and wrote was what we call “Old English”.Bede was only 7-years old when he entered a monastery (Benedictine), spending the rest of his life there. Mostly teaching himself by his voracious reading, he had what was clearly a divine desire (what we call a “charism”) to love God through learning. And because God is lord of all, so Bede became through extraordinary effort a polymath; i.e., he became an accomplished student of many disciplines, not just the Bible and all the ways of reading it, not just of Theology, but also, and most famously, of History, and more specifically, his writing of the history of how the Anglo-Saxons came to become Christians. His Ecclesiastical History of the English [i.e., Anglo-Saxon] People is a founding document of the whole discipline of History.Last month at The Night School, our Guest was the author of the biblical book, Song of Songs. This month, we will appreciate how Bede's love for learning gave him the insights he had into Song of Songs. We will explore sections of his Commentary on Song of Songs.Welcome to the Night School.

After an incredible Super Sunday in the Scottish Premiership, Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday are joined by a fantastic guest to review the weekend's action with former Celtic, Dundee and Republic of Ireland Defender, Darren O'Dea jumping on the sofa with the lads!We discuss Rangers' thrilling 4-2 victory over league leaders, Hearts at Ibrox as well Celtic's unbelievably dramatic finish at Rugby Park, coming back from 2-0 down at half-time with Julian Araujo scoring the winner in the dying seconds to seal yet another late victory for Martin O'Neill's side!We also get some brilliant insight from Darren on his recent time at Celtic as the club's B-Team Manager and then latterly Pathways Manager where he worked alongside the likes of Ange Postecoglou.He also shares some brilliant career stories from his time playing in the Last 16 of the Champions League against AC Milan's superstars, working under Gordon Strachan, dressing room tales and of course some Tommy Gravesen stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Go Radio Football Show: 17th of February 2026. PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Paul Cooney, Darren O'Dea and Mark Guidi break down one of the most unpredictable title races in years.  An episode packed with drama, debate, and big opinions as the title race tightens and Scottish football serves up yet another weekend of chaos. This week, the panel dives straight into: Title Race Turmoil Rangers' roaring 4–2 win over Hearts and Danny Röhl's growing influence. Celtic's latest instalment of “The Late Late Show” under Martin O'Neill — character, chaos, and last‑minute winners. Hearts staying top… for now. But can they survive without Shankland? Motherwell forcing their way into the conversation — maybe not contenders, but king‑makers? Big Talking Points Are 82–84 points enough to win the league this year? Why Celtic's goalkeeping and midfield decisions could define the run‑in. The Rangers mentality shift — real or still fragile? The Shankland impact: are Hearts running out of firepower at the worst possible time? Dundee United, Aberdeen, and St Mirren — who is sliding into trouble? The managerial merry‑go‑round: who stays, who goes, who should run Celtic's football department next year? Caller Highlights Motherwell caller Hugh arrives with optimism, bold predictions, and a reminder: the Well will have a big say in this title race. Celtic caller Paul breaks down defensive concerns and the impact of Trusty and Schmeichel. European Chat & Fixture Lookahead Celtic v Stuttgart preview — can O'Neill keep it alive for the second leg? Domestic crunch fixtures and why the split could be utter carnage. Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App  https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. Watch the Replay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsGoRadio/streams For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD... 

Tracy and Martina bring the party home on a school night while Martina's daughter is trying to sleep, pushing Brandi Lynn to snap. John Angus gets ringworm from his new dog, and Tracy's mother celebrates her friend Tannis getting a mass removed with matching Celtic knot back tattoos. VIDEO VERSION: TPB+ for MERCH, TOUR DATES, and MORE, visit www.tracyandmartina.com

The Scottish Premiership title race has absolutely EXPLODED into life after another dramatic weekend in Scotland! Who actually has what it takes to win it?Jeff Stelling and Ally McCoist delve into why this might be one of the most exciting title scrambles in years with the top of the table tighter than ever as Hearts, Rangers and Celtic are all in the hunt heading into the business end of the season. They discuss how great it is for Scottish football to have an such a close title race as well as delving into one other dark horse who's sitting just behind the big 3. Ally also tells us who he thinks have the best chance of finishing top this season.Produced by: Daniel Kane, Ollie ThorntonEdited by: Daniel KanePhoto Credit: Getty ImagesYouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joel Sked and Graeme Thewliss recap Sunday's Premiership action. They discuss the enigma that Youssef Chermiti and the Ibrox atmosphere as well as Derek McInnes' half-time decisions. Celtic can't keep getting away with it, can they? They look at how a mess of a squad keep finding ways to win. There is love for Judge John-Jules and a breakdown of Kasper Schmeichel. Joel asks why Motherwell are so good in defence and they ponder what Aberdeen are doing with that squad. 0:00 Start 01:08 Rangers 4-2 Hearts 15:59 Kilmarnock 2-3 Celtic 32:52 Motherwell 2-0 Aberdeen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the fallout from all the weekends FA Cup action, plus the title race heats up in Scotland and there is hope for Spurs' new boy Igor Tudor.A full roundup of the weekend's FA Cup drama, featuring big wins for Arsenal, Leeds United and Fulham.Mikel Arteta praises his squad players after Arsenal's dominant 4–0 win over Wigan Athletic.Leeds United edge past Birmingham City on penalties — Daniel Farke sets his sights on a deeper cup run.Fulham come from behind to beat Stoke City after making 10 changes — Marco Silva vindicated.Narrow victories for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Sunderland keep their cup dreams alive.Giant-killers Macclesfield FC look to shock Brentford after dumping out holders Crystal Palace.Keith Andrews on avoiding complacency — plus a memorable studio story involving impressionist Risteard Cooper.Scottish Premiership title race tightens as Rangers defeat Heart of Midlothian in a six-goal thriller.Defending champions Celtic stage a dramatic late comeback against Kilmarnock to stay in the hunt.Managers react as just three points separate the top three in Scotland's top flight.Teenage talent Owen Elding nets his first goal for Hibernian after his move from Sligo Rovers.Off-field debate continues as Jim Ratcliffe's impact at Manchester United comes under scrutiny.A huge Championship showdown as Coventry City face leaders Middlesbrough in a top-of-the-table clash.Former boss Slaven Bilic backs new Tottenham Hotspur interim head coach Igor Tudor to bring attacking flair to north London.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Rangers blow the title race wide open with a convincing win over Hearts, Celtic leave it late against Kilmarnock, while Aberdeen lose again and Dundee Utd keep their hopes of a top-six finish alive. With Jonathan Sutherland, Jackie McNamara and Michael Stewart.

Gordon Duncan, Andy Halliday and Roger Hannah react to Celtic's win in stoppage time at Kilmarnock, Youssef Chermiti's hattrick for Rangers against Hearts and give their thoughts on what this weekend means for the title race.

The Go Radio Football Show: 16th of February 2026. PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Paul Cooney, Charlie Mulgrew and Barry Ferguson break down one of the most unpredictable title races in years.  Scottish football delivered pure chaos this weekend, and the panel dive straight into it. Celtic somehow claw back from 2–0 down at Rugby Park to win it in the 97th minute — “there's some spirit in this team” as Martin O'Neill puts it. Rangers then answer the call at Ibrox, coming from behind twice to beat league‑leaders Hearts 4–2, with Chermiti silencing critics with a hat‑trick. Motherwell's remarkable run continues, tightening the title race even further. With just three points separating Hearts, Rangers and Celtic, the lads debate who's really got the mentality to go the distance. Celtic's Late‑Late Show Down 2–0 at half‑time, O'Neill calls the first‑half “sloppy” and makes bold changes. Panel debate whether Celtic can keep relying on late goals. Rangers Bring the Thunder Back Ibrox atmosphere described as “bouncing from first minute to last.” Chermiti's hat‑trick changes the narrative around him. Danny Rohl praised for tactical tweaks and squad management. Motherwell: The Great Disruptors “Best footballing team in the league,” says Charlie. Their form means they'll shape the title race even if they don't win it. Hearts: Contenders or Pretenders? Questions over sustainability: low shots on target, reliance on moments. Injuries to key players loom large. Caller Fireworks Debate over Rangers' mentality at Motherwell. John Souttar's defending under the microscope. Celtic fans worried about fatigue, midfield depth, and Hattate's form. Manager Soundbites O'Neill: “We can't keep doing this every week.” Rohl: “We are in the middle of the race — and we are ready.” McInnes: “We put a lot into the game.” Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App  https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. Watch the Replay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/hnoE3tJxT1E?si=WtKLPHUCSUYM6sGf  For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD... 

Dundee United ended their four-game losing run in the Premiership in dramatic fashion with a 3-2 victory over 10-man Falkirk. What does the winning goal mean for United's forgotten man Julius Eskesen? We discuss the contentious red card shown to Liam Henderson and the performance of Craig Sibbald; a man who is out of contract in the summer and will have no shortage of suitors. And there's no rest for the wicked, with a Scottish Cup showdown against The Spartans up next. Across the road, Simon Murray ended his 18-game goalless streak with a deadly double against Livingston. However, the Dark Blues somehow endeavoured to throw away their 2-0 advantage against rock-bottom Lions. Again. We pick the bones out of a bonkers first half at Dens and ask: what was Jon McCracken thinking? And does the form of Kilmarnock – even after their agonising defeat against Celtic – mean Dundee are still looking over their shoulders ahead of a testing run of games? In place for this Monday edition are Courier Sport's Dundee United writer Alan Temple, Dundee FC writer George Cran and former Evening Telegraph sports editor Graeme Finnan. You can also see us on YouTube at youtube.com/@TheCourierUK/videos

[18+] In a world much like our own a curious student meets a young Kitsune with life-changing consequences for them both.Today's story is “Exchange Student” by Celtic Kitsune, who can usually be found with a notebook close at hand, she can be found at FurAffinity under the username Atomic_Alex. A regular participant in the Thursday Prompt where she often finds inspiration for her writing.Read by BandanaDog, Unorthodox Spacetime Drifter.thevoice.dog | Apple podcasts | Spotify | Google PodcastsIf you have a story you think would be a good fit, you can check out the requirements, fill out the submission template and get in touch with us.https://thevoice.dog/episode/18-exchange-student-by-celtic-kitsune

What a couple of games! Stevie and Reidzo react to the LATE LATE SHOW yet again with MON's Celtic! Music Credit - Instant Remedy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Rae is adamant Youssef Chermiti must score goals against the smaller sides to help drive Rangers on to win the Scottish Premiership. The PLZ panel also question whether Celtic can continue to score last-minute winners in their quest for the title. Tam McManus refuses to write off Hearts' chances of creating history.

St Mirren victory; Celtic defeat; Questions from the KillieFC.com Forums and X. Thanks to our sponsors ⁠Allied Surveyors Kilmarnock⁠: https://www.alliedsurveyorsscotland.com/office/kilmarnock/For home reports or property advice, contact Nick Davis on 01563 572341, email ⁠nick.davis@alliedsurveyorsscotland.com⁠, or visit their John Finnie Street office.

Are the Celtics elite-level NBA championship contenders, or are they just good-ish? We grade each Celtic player at the All-Star break and discuss whether this roster + Jayson Tatum is enough to bring home banner 19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post-match reaction to Sunday's Premiership excitement with a big win for Celtic before Rangers defeated league leaders Hearts at Ibrox. Plus another three points for Motherwell.

Andrew Maclean, Brian Graham & Jim Duffy are in the studio as the bring you reactions to Kilmarnock v Celtic. With Celtic coming back from two goals down to win it the listeners call in with their reactions to game. The panel brings you live action from Ibrox as Hearts travel to Govan for a top of the table clash. Gabriel Antoniazzi brings you the starting line ups along with the Half-time and full-time reports.All of that and more. Plus Beat The Pundit as well.

Set sail with the Brobdingnagian Bards in this maritime adventure! In this episode, Marc and Andrew celebrate the release of their brand new CD "Another Faire to Remember" and reveal why streaming just doesn't cut it for supporting your favorite artists. They dive deep into Brobdingnagian Bards history, share stories from FAWM (February Album Writing Month), and discuss the songs that truly connect with their fans on stage versus on recordings. Plus, Andrew shares a bold political prediction, Marc announces his upcoming Irish & Celtic Music PodFest featuring The Muckers, Kinnfolk, and May Will Bloom, and they explore the fascinating history behind the classic sea shanty "Haul Away Joe" - a Renaissance festival favorite they've recorded but rarely perform live. From basement pub concerts to Bandcamp streams, from Sherwood Forest Faire to JordanCon, it's all in this episode! ⚓ Listen now and then grab your copy of "Another Faire to Remember" to support independent Celtic music! NEWS 0:02 - BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE 2:18 - WE HAVE A NEW CD 4:58 - DEEP BROBDINGNAGIAN BARDS HISTORY 6:41 - MARC AND FAWM (February Album Writing Month) 9:20 - SONGS THAT CONNECT WITH FANS 11:28 - UPCOMING SHOWS 00:23:47 - STORY: HAUL AWAY JOE 00:30:13 - HAUL AWAY JOE 00:32:57 - CREDITS   UPCOMING SHOW Andrew McKee Shows: Sherwood Forest Faire Feb 28th-April 19th  New Jersey Renaissance Festival May 23rd-June 14th Marc Gunn Shows: Feb 19: Bandcamp Concert Feb 28: Maggie McGuinness Pub, Huntsville, AL Mar 8: Irish & Celtic Music PodFest @ The Lost Druid Brewery, Avondale Estates, GA Apr 4-11: Sherwood Forest Faire, Paige, TX  Apr 17-19: JordanCon, Atlanta, Ga Apr 24-26: StellarFest, Duluth, Ga  May 30: The Lost Druid Brewery, 2866 Washington St, Avondale Estates, GA Find out more about upcoming shows of Marc Gunn and Andrew McKee on our websites. Find outmore about Brobdingnagian Bards and follow our newsletter on Patreon.

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #656 is a live show featuring dynamic, improvised visionary acoustic music by The Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, Celtic harp, 12- and 6-string acoustic guitars, ukulele, Tibetan bowls and shruti box, Bob Sherwood on piano, Craig Harris on congas and Native drum and today's special guest Robin Rooney on vocals and percussion. Recorded at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in early February of 2026, today's hour begins with the mystical raga to the Goddess Brigid, a mysterious, shaded piece built on Mariam's chiming drone on her open-tuned Martin 12-string acoustic and a tight, focused piano strategy from Bob. “Honoring Hathor” is another raga based on open 12-string, featuring soaring call-and-response vocals from Mariam and Robin and “If You Knew What Was In Your Heart” opens with a beautiful flute fanfare from Mariam before settling into an affecting prayer-like, minimalist meditation. “Yemanja” is a song by Mariam about the Ocean Goddess and the ensemble covers a skillful, tight and varied version with dancing ukulele from Mariam, barrelhouse funk piano from Bob, a driving conga rhythm from Craig and more powerful vocals from Mariam and Robin. “Full Moon Part II” is a deep cut that originates in 2013, an unusual, lunar piece of music that drifts in and out of dreamy night moods and Miriam's “Your Eyes Shine” receives a gorgeous, languid reading with fine work from the ensemble and a tight, passionate vocal from Mariam. We close the show today with two of Mariam's finest South American songs, the mysterious, slowly building “Amour Mac hay” and the joyful, playful Andean nature prayer “Pachamama”. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

Gordon Duncan, Hugh Keevins, Cammy Bell and Gordon Dalziel are in the studio as they bring you live coverage of this weekends Scottish football. With a look ahead to Rangers v Hearts and Celtic v Kilmarnock to next day. The Panel give their thoughts on that before the live action starts for the rest of the teams in the Premiership. The top team are around the ground as they bring you the starting line ups, half-time & full-time reports.Hugh has another First-Half and Second-Half teasers.Gordon asks for the valentine poems and you do not disappoint.

Gordon Duncan, Hugh Keevins, Cammy Bell and Gordon Dalziel are in the studio as they take the listeners reactions to their teams performances. They also look forward Rangers v Hearts and Kilmarnock v Celtic and give their thoughts on how they think they games will go.

Celtic edge Livingston in a nervy 2–1 at Celtic Park under Martin O'Neill, with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain delivering a late moment of quality to settle it. James and Alan break down why the game felt tighter than the shot count suggests—Livingston's shifting approach (early pressure → deep block), Celtic's difficulty turning control into clear chances, and how set-piece chaos nearly stole the points. There's a deep dive on cross volume vs chance quality (cutbacks vs “hope” balls), what the match says about Celtic's current attacking identity, and a big worry: Arne Engels' injury and what it means for the midfield balance. The show closes by looking ahead to Kilmarnock at Rugby Park and scanning the wider Scottish Premiership title race through an xG/variance lens.Want to support the channel? - https://huddlebreakdown.comLike this video and want more content like it? Subscribe to the channel below and hit the bell to get notified every time a new video goes live. Follow us on Twitter: @huddlebreakdown@Alan_Morrison67 @jucojames Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear tradition in motion. From soaring instrumental sets to modern folk songs with bite, this episode blends deep roots with forward momentum. Celtic music that knows where it came from—and where it's going on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #746  -  -  Subscribe now at CelticMusicPodcast.com! Aisling Drost Byrne, Brendan McCarthy, Conal O'Kane, Lane to the Glen, Sean Heely, Beth Patterson, Alex Sturbaum, Jen Midkiff, Possibly Irish, Sue Tillotson, Jim Cunningham, ISHNA, Countercurrent, Socks in the Frying Pan, The Crazy Rogues, Mick Craig, Julien Loko Irish Band, Irish Millie GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items with what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2026 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create this year's Best Celtic music episode. You have just three weeks to vote this year. Vote Now! THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:06 - Aisling Drost Byrne, Brendan McCarthy & Conal O'Kane "The Skylark's Ascension / Sonny Brogan's / The Connaughtman's Rambles" from JUMP OUT OF IT 4:06 - WELCOME 7:02 - Lane to the Glen "The Gráinne Mhaol : Malloy's Favourite (Barndance : Reel)" from Lane to the Glen 11:31 - Sean Heely and Beth Patterson "Tilg an Drumaire/The Flying Wheelchair/Throw the Drummer off the Boat" from Stir the Blood to Fire 15:13 - Alex Sturbaum "Soundcheck Set" from River Run Wide 20:05 - Jen Midkiff (she/her) "This Moment (between Good and Pretti)" from single 24:10 - FEEDBACK 27:33 - Possibly Irish "Mary Mack" from Voyage Home 30:45 - Sue Tillotson & Jim Cunningham "Haste to the Wedding / Hats off to Dodd / Christmas Day Ida Moarnin'" from Water Horse 34:01 - ISHNA "Cucanandy" from Slí Amach 39:49 - Countercurrent "I Am The Fox" from Flow 43:06 - THANKS 44:35 - Socks in the Frying Pan "Sweetest Friend" from Waiting for Inspiration 49:00 - The Crazy Rogues "Black 'n' Tans" from Advanced Roguery 51:56 - Mick Craig "An Baile I Mo Chori" from single 56:37 - Julien LOko Irish Band "Dead Reel" from single 59:37 - CLOSING 1:00:37 - Irish Millie "WASTED" from Between Then And Now 1:05:55 - CREDITS Support for this program comes from Cascadia Cross Border Law Group, Creating Transparent Borders for more than twenty five years, serving Alaska and the world. Find out more at   www.CascadiaLawAlaska.com Support for this program comes from Hank Woodward. Support for this program comes from Dr. Annie Lorkowski of Centennial Animal Hospital in Corona, California. Support for this program comes from International speaker, Joseph Dumond, teaching the ancient roots of the Gaelic people. Learn more about their origins at Sightedmoon.com The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to follow the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Climate change isn't happening because regular people failed. It's happening because a handful of billionaires got rich by wrecking the planet and buying politicians to protect their profits. Voting matters—but it's not enough. If elections alone fixed this, fossil fuel profits wouldn't still be breaking records. Real change happens every day. In how we travel. What we buy. Who we support. What we refuse to fund. Clean energy is already the cheapest power in history. Pollution is what costs us. We can't wait for bought politicians to save us. Every choice is a vote. Every dollar is pressure. And together, we outnumber them. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Celtic musician and also host of Pub Songs & Stories. Every song has a story, every episode is a toast to Celtic and folk songwriters. Discover the stories behind the songs from the heart of the Celtic pub scene. This podcast is for fans of all kinds of Celtic music. We are here to build a diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email the artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. These musicians are not part of some corporation. They are small indie groups that rely on people just like you to support their music so they can keep creating it. Please show your generosity. Buy a CD, Album Pin, Shirt, Digital Download, or join their community on Patreon. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. Email follow@bestcelticmusic to learn how to subscribe to the podcast and you will get a free music - only episode. Quick reminder. If you made a pledge for our recent Kickstarter. The campaign closed successfully. Surveys were sent out. There are still 22 people who haven't completed them. I'd like to get those taken care of as soon as possible. Please check your email. IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODFEST Join us Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 12 to 6 PM for the Irish & Celtic Music PodFest and Arts Market at The Lost Druid Brewery in Avondale Estates, Georgia. Spend the afternoon surrounded by live Celtic and folk music from Kinnfolk, The Muckers, May Will Bloom, and Marc Gunn. Grab a pint, enjoy the tunes, and share the energy of a Celtic gathering. While the music plays, explore our Arts Market filled with handmade crafts, art, and unique gifts from local creators. It's a celebration of music, creativity, and community — all in one place. Come for the songs. Stay for the spirit. We'll see you at The Lost Druid on March 8.

Steph Houghton, Nedum Onuoha and Phil Jagielka join Steve Crossman as the pressure increases on Sean Dyche at Nottingham Forest.Forest failed to beat Wolves at the City Ground, with just 6 points separating West Ham in 18th and Leeds in 15th.Burnley came back from 2 goals down to beat Crystal Palace 3-2.Plus Sunderland lose at home for the first time, City cruise past Fulham and James Milner equals the Premier League appearance record.TIME CODES: 0:20 Is Sean Dyche's job on the line? 2:00 Sean Dyche reacts to Nottingham Forest's draw with Wolves 10:06 Scott Parker reflects on a massive 3 points for Burnley 12:52 Tyrone Mings reflects on Aston Villa's win 14:58 James Milner equals the Premier League appearance record 17:44 Antoine Semenyo speaks after scoring his 5th goals since joining Manchester City 22:10 Arne Slot gives his verdict on Liverpool's win at Sunderland 23:42 Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain talks after his dramatic injury time winner on his Celtic debut