A very brief introduction to Women’s Christmas, the folklore and customs associated with Little Christmas, the 12th day of Christmas, or the feast of the epiphany.

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day in Ireland, drawing from the Schools Folklore Collection from the 1930s. The content includes information about how Irish people traditionally welcomed the new year, various superstitions about what brings good or bad luck, and specific regional traditions. While Ireland was Christianized in the 5th century, many traditions have evolved over the 1,500 years since then. This episode includes both ancient customs and more modern adaptations, with particular attention to activities that are believed to influence luck throughout the coming year.

This podcast episode discusses the fourth wave of mythical immigration to Ireland, focusing on the Fir Bolg.

Host, Amanda, provides a detailed account of the Fir Bolg's origins, their journey from Greece to Ireland, and their reign over the island. Tonight’s story is based on various historical and mythological sources, despite the differences and inconsistencies between these accounts.

The Fir Bolg were descendants of Nemed, who had previously fled Ireland due to Fomorian oppression (check out episode 10).

After 200 years in Greece, where they were initially welcomed but later exploited, they built makeshift boats and returned to Ireland.

After their arrival, Fintán escapes his cave to arbitrate the division of Ireland into five provinces, and the succession of Fir Bolg kings.

And they live happily ever after… for a very brief time.​