An immersive audio series revolving around powerful stories of resilience, belonging, and community from the Irish in Manchester. Created by Hannah Donelon and with original music composed & arranged by Michael McGoldrick, this 8-part series is a storytelling experience full of heart, hope, and humour.

In 1971, the Irish made up the largest migrant minority in the UK. This series aims to preserve and promote personal accounts of Irish migration around this time, celebrate Irish contributions to the UK, champion the idea that everyone has a story worth telling, and inspire listeners to ask more questions about their heritage.

Beginning with the stories of those who emigrated and gradually transitioning to the voices of children and grandchildren born in Manchester, we explore the challenges and triumphs of settling in the UK, the underrepresented and oftentimes conflicting experience of being 2nd generation, and the enduring legacy of Irish culture and traditions within Manchester.

Irish listeners will cherish the reminiscences and find joy in shared experience while younger generations will gain insight into their family's past and inspiration to explore their roots. If you aren’t from an Irish background then Céad Mile Fáilte [‘a hundred thousand welcomes’]! You are sure to enjoy the power of Irish storytelling and the celebration of diverse experiences within the Irish community.

Episodes are released weekly from Sunday 1st June and with warmth, curiosity, and nostalgia, host Hannah Donelon leads listeners through vivid tales of childhood in rural Ireland, the myriad of feelings towards emigration, bonds forged through music & dance, and the evolving legacies & identities of Irish Mancunians.

Rich in detail and emotion, There's A Lot I Haven't Asked not only preserves precious memories but also sparks a meaningful dialogue about identity, heritage, and community. Get ready for some immersive storytelling that may ignite your own memories or bring you somewhere completely new. There isn’t only laughter and tears, but discovery, inspiration, and magic too.

Credits

Creator: Hannah Donelon

Music: Michael McGoldrick

Producers: Ian Stewart and Gary Hadfield at Blueprint Studios

Assistant Editors: Nicholas Barber & George Fitzgibbon

Assistant Producers: Nicholas Barber & Catherine Leen

Podcast Artwork: Chloe Heffernan

Marketing Consultant: Vic Turnbull at MIC Media

‘There’s A Lot I Haven’t Asked’ is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England and also supported by the Consulate General of Ireland, Manchester.

With thanks to Irish Mancunian for additional research support and Made by Mortals for additional production support.

You can find a transcription of this trailer on our website www.theresalotihaventasked.co.uk