In this bumper edition, Eoin introduces one of the most important ancient Irish festivals and Niall talks to photographer Alan Tobin about booleying/buailteachas, an almost forgotten practice associated with this time of year.To see all of our FREE resources relating to seasons and festivals go to: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/seasonal/To watch Eoin's original video see: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/bealtaine-irelands-ancient-fire-festival/And to see Niall and Alan's conversation go to: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/buailteachas-booleying/Alan Tobin's website: https://www.alantobinphotography.com/10% discount available at: offer.irishSupport the Show.Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In this Agallamh Baill (member interview) Cathy tells Niall about her Irish heritage, how learning a language is similar to learning a musical instrument, and how Bitesize Irish has helped her along her language journey.Watch the original interview at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/an-irish-brooklynites-journey/Bitesize Irish is an online learning platform that includes self-study lessons, an online community and live video calls. Podcast listeners can avail of a special 10% discount monthly or annual membership by going to offer.irish. Support the Show.Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In this Q&A session, Eoin and Ben field questions about where and how to use Irish when visiting Ireland, and other topics.We mentioned these Irish-language courses for adults in the Gaeltacht:Oideas Gael, Donegal www.oideas-gael.comOidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne, Kerry https://www.oidhreacht.ie/Check out other options too, for example, in Waterford and Conamara.Information about Irish languages events/businesses/services elsewhere:www.peig.ie (all Ireland)www.baclegaeilge.ie (Dublin)www.gleg.ie (Galway)https://visitbelfast.com/gaeltacht-quarter/ (Belfast)Find shownotes and see the original video here: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/visiting-ireland-2/Get 10% off monthly or annual membership by going to : offer.irishSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Bitesize Irish founder Eoin and learning content developer Niall talk about some recent updates to the beginner's course Tús Maith and general strategies for learning and practising Irish.Find the full video and more shownotes here:  https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/learn-conversation/Get 10% off monthly or annual membership by going to : offer.irishSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Happy St Patrick's Day! Beannachtaí na féile ort! (Tá súil agam nach bhfuil póit ort!)This week we bring you an Agallamh Baill (Member Interview) from the end of 2023, in which New Yorker Deborah tells Niall about her remarkable year of learning Irish. An inspiration to learners everywhere!Watch the original interview over at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/a-year-of-irish-interview-with-deborah/Bitesize Irish is an online learning platform that includes self-study lessons, an online community and live video calls. Podcast listeners can avail of a special 10% discount monthly or annual membership by going to offer.irish. Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In this episode Eoin talks to Dr Gwilym Morus-Baird about the shared Celtic heritage of Welsh and Irish culture, with a special focus on the mythology of both countries.Find links to Gwilym's work and see the original video here: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/celtic-myth/Get 10% off monthly or annual membership by going to : offer.irishSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In a live Q&A in December Ben and Niall discussed your greatest learning challenges. Amongst the topics discussed were:Confidence as a earnerUnderstanding Irish speakersPronunciationConversation/speaking practicePhonetic transcriptions of IrishHow to deal with tricky sounds like dhSome of the fantastic resources we recommend:www.focloir.iewww.teanglann.iewww.fuaimeanna.iewww.tg4.ieFind the full video and more shownotes here: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/challenges-learning-irish/Get 10% off monthly or annual membership by going to : offer.irishSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In the first Agallamh Baill of 2024, Emma talks to Marian from Shropshire and finds out how her daughter's connection to Ireland drew Marian herself closer to the country and the language.Watch the original interview over at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-qlL9Uqg6k.Bitesize Irish is an online learning platform that includes self-study lessons, an online community and live video calls. Podcast listeners can avail of a special 10% discount monthly or annual membership by going to offer.irish. Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Athbhliain faoi mhaise duit! Happy new year!In this episode, Eoin investigates the origins of the Irish language - just how far back does it go in Irish (pre)history? An raibh Gaeilge ag muintir Mhúcháin?Watch the full video at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/muchan-hill-fort/Go to offer.irish for a special 10% discount off monthly or annual membership of Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In the 150th episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast, Niall and Emma are visited by three ghosts - Taibhse na Nollag atá thart, Taibhse na Nollag san Am i Láthair agus Taibhse na Nollag atá le Teacht -  and they discuss Christmas past, present and future.Go to offer.irish for 10% off monthly or annual membership of Bitesize Irish. Membership gives you access to self-paced courses, an online community and live practice sessions. Why not make it your New Year's Resolution?#GaeilgeGachLáSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In a live Q&A session Ben and Emma answer your questions about the dialects of Irish.Watch the full video at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/dialects-2/......and find out free shareable dialect cheat sheet, as mentioned in the discussion, at https://www.bitesize.irish/gachla/dialect-cheat-sheets/.Go to offer.irish for a special 10% discount off monthly or annual membership of Bitesize Irish.Support the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Kevin tells us about his relationship with Irish across three different countries in Europe, and how Bitesize Irish resources such as the online community Pobal have helped him on his aistear foghlama.Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aznSoYg7SwQUse the code 'podcast' to avail of a 10% discount on any monthly or annual membership at www.bitesize.irish/memberships. #GaeilgeGachLáSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In this seasonal special, Niall talks to his old friend Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the School of Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore at University College Dublin. They discuss Kelly’s background in Chicago, her work as a folklorist and the significance of Halloween – or Samhain – in Irish culture, from the depths of the past right up to the modern day, at home and abroad.The original video can be seen here: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/oiche-shamhna-halloween-lore-with-dr-kelly-fitzgerald/Use the code PODCAST to get 10% off any membership at www.bitesize.irish/memberships#GaeilgeGachLáSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Eoin and Niall get together for a mammoth discussion of their favourite Irish proverbs. Which ones do you like?Check out the blogpost with all seanfhocail discussed available to read and hear: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/our-top-irish-language-proverbs/Get a 10% discount using the code PODCAST at www.bitesize.irish/memberships. #GaeilgeGachLáSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

In this Q&A session from the archives Ben and Niall answer your questions on the ins and outs of Irish pronunciation - síorthopaic na bhfoghlaimeoirí, an evergreen topic for learners. Watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFOli-hYZKw.Use the code 'podcast' to avail of a 10% discount on any monthly or annual membership at www.bitesize.irish/memberships. #GaeilgeGachLáSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLáSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

We had a hot spell here in Dublin recently - fómhar na ngéanna (autumn of the geese) - but the season has very definitely changed now.In her member interview Lynne tells us about her background, her trips to Ireland and her experience learning Irish with Bitesize Irish.Watch the full video at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/lynne-in-donegal/Use the code 'podcast' to avail of a 10% discount on any monthly or annual membership at www.bitesize.irish/memberships. #GaeilgeGachLáSupport the showGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Summer has ending and the school term has started - what can help you on your Irish language journey this autumn?In a live Q&A session on YouTube Ben and Emma answered questions on the following key topics:how to study when you're stuck for timewhere to practise if you're not in Irelandthe Irish alphabet and pronunciationdictionary recommendationsmeasuring progressinitial mutations: séimhiú, urú etcOld Irish v Modern IrishWatch the full video at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/back-to-school/Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Niall meets scholar and author Garry Bannister to discuss his life and works, including his latest publication, Teasáras Gaeilge-Béarla.https://www.newisland.ie/garry-bannisterhttps://www.newisland.ie/nonfiction/irish-english-thesaurusWatch the video at:https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/garry-bannister/Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLáGo to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá

Listen to the final episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast! Bitesize Irish is going from strength to strength, but the time for the podcast has come to an end. Come join us as an Explore or Grow member to learn and practise the Irish language together. Gaeilge Gach Lá is our motto and has been … Podcast 139: An Deireadh – The End Read More »The post Podcast 139: An Deireadh – The End first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Bitesize Irish is starting a new Journey. Aistear. What is Aistear, and our new foundational course Tús Maith featured on it? It launched Monday 14th March 2022. Eoin interviews Niall Ó Siadhail, our Learning Content Developer at Bitesize Irish about what is Aistear and Tús maith, and how it will help you! The podcast exclusive … Podcast 138: What is Aistear, with Niall Read More »The post Podcast 138: What is Aistear, with Niall first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Our Bitesize Irish community manager, Emma, joins Eoin for a Bitesize Irish Podcast chat! Emma talks about growing up near Gaeltacht na Rinne (Gaeltacht na nDéise). At Bitesize Irish, she posts daily challenges for our Grow members on our community Bitesize Pobal. She also teaches Gaeilge at Universität Leipzig. Mentioned in the show: An Rinn … Podcast 137: Emma from Waterford to Germany Read More »The post Podcast 137: Emma from Waterford to Germany first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

In this episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast, Eoin looks back at 2021 at Bitesize Irish, and forward at 2022. Ag féachaint siar = Looking back Ag féachaint ar aghaidh = Looking forward Self-Reflection Prompts Where were you on your Irish language journey this time last year? How can you be more kind to yourself … Podcast 136: Siar is Ar Aghaidh Read More »The post Podcast 136: Siar is Ar Aghaidh first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Thank you for being part of the Bitesize Irish Podcast! In this episode, Eoin says thanks to our fluent foireann (staff) at Bitesize Irish: Emma, Siobhán agus Niall. They make Bitesize Irish tick every day for all our Irish language learners. Thanks to our kinds customers who said such nice things about our membership offerings … Podcast 135: Go Raibh Maith Agat Read More »The post Podcast 135: Go Raibh Maith Agat first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Biddy Early was an absolute legend in her own right. She shows us what resilience is, in the face of an oppressor. Her ability to heal people drew people to her. Of particular interest to us is whether she spoke the Irish language. Her Wikipedia entry states: With her family and friends she spoke Irish, … Podcast 134: Biddy Early the Clare Legend with Balor Otherworld Read More »The post Podcast 134: Biddy Early the Clare Legend with Balor Otherworld first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Eoin talks about learning the Irish button accordion in this episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast. It was intrinsically fun at the beginning, but soon hit some frustration. It’s similar to trying to learn the Irish language: great fun at first, but soon can seem daunting. Part of the solution is to make it fun … Podcast 133: Learning the Accordion Read More »The post Podcast 133: Learning the Accordion first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Deirdre is from Contae Chiarraí (Kerry), and lives for a number of years in Ontario, Canada. She focusses her time on learning Irish traditional music, along with diving into learning to speak the Irish language. We’re privileged to have her as a Grow member of Bitesize Irish. The intro of this podcast episode of the … Podcast 132: Deirdre – Ciarraí, Ceol agus Gaeilge Read More »The post Podcast 132: Deirdre – Ciarraí, Ceol agus Gaeilge first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Eoin of Bitesize Irish speaks with poet Ciara Ní É on the Irish langauge, creativity and self-expression. You can also watch this interview, and on that page are notes of various topics covered in the interview. If you have a comment to leave on the interview, please also leave it on the video interview page.The post Podcast 131: Ciara Ní É – Gaeilge, creativity and self-expression first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

In this episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast, Eoin asks you what might be holding you back from learning the Irish language. What might be stopping you internally from practicing Gaeilge Gach Lá? It may be a fear of judgement, or a shame of identity, or something else about your story. Also covered is a … Podcast 130: What’s holding you back from Learning Irish? Read More »The post Podcast 130: What’s holding you back from Learning Irish? first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Trust the process. Trust yourself! An empowering aspect of learning to speak the Irish language is not limited to “languages people”. The process of learning the Irish language is a journey. It’s a process that’s available to each of us. Yes, it does include studying with intenstiy (see Episode 128 for more on that). Once … Podcast 129: Trust the Process Read More »The post Podcast 129: Trust the Process first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Gaeilge Gach Lá is about immersing yourself every day. How does that relate to the step of your Irish language journey to study with intensity? Are both parts needed, and which comes first? Eoin discusses how immersion is an accessible foundation upon which you can base later study. Keep up the Gaeilge Gach Lá. Stretch … Podcast 128: Immersion and Studying Read More »The post Podcast 128: Immersion and Studying first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

The Bitesize Irish Podcast featuring member interview and Irish language learner Jeri. Jeri shares her motivations for learning the Irish language, and what brought her to the language. She also shares some interesting tactics, including poetry, for diving deeper into Gaeilge as a learner. Watch Jeri’s interview as a video too. Mentioned in the episode: … Podcast 127: Agallamh le Jeri Read More »The post Podcast 127: Agallamh le Jeri first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Diving into the Irish language is a journey of a lifetime. You start at finding your calling, go on to intense self-study, followed by starting to practice with others, and moving toward intuitive self expression. Follow these five steps along the journey. Find your calling. If you’re starting as an absolute beginner with the Irish … Podcast 126: Your Irish Language Journey Read More »The post Podcast 126: Your Irish Language Journey first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

This podcast features the video interview recently with Bitesize Irish member Jim. Watch the video there, and please leave any feedback for him there too as a reply. Also mentioned in this episode: Bitesize Irish Merchandise! Sign up for GROW membership like JimThe post Podcast 125: Agallamh Baill le Jim first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Aisling joins the podcast for this episode. Aisling is the Bainisteoir Pobail (Community Manager) at Bitesize Irish. Her daily focus is on helping members of our community at Bitesize Pobal. We discuss her time in the Gaeltachtaí of Corca Dhuibhne and An Rinn, how she got interested in Irish, and her time in Vancouver. Aisling … Podcast 124: Aisling, Bainisteoir Pobail Read More »The post Podcast 124: Aisling, Bainisteoir Pobail first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Interview with Áine Gallagher, who do many things including greann dhá-theangach (bilingual comedy). In this episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast, we talk about the mindset that encourages you to speak Irish. Find Áine at ainegallagher.com – including the Irish Matters web series plus her TedX talk about what is it like speaking Irish as … Podcast 123: Áine Gallagher Read More »The post Podcast 123: Áine Gallagher first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

How will you use the Zoom revolution to connect with others, as Gaeilge? Group video calls are now ubiquitous. There’s no-one stopping us from connecting with others. So start a Zoom call! Post a link. Find “the others”. If you’re on Bitesize Pobal as a Grow member, do this through Bitesize Beo calls, and even … Podcast 122: Zúm Read More »The post Podcast 122: Zúm first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Bitesize Irish member Melinda speaks with Aisling about her journey into Gaeilge. Melinda’s sustainable approach to diving into Gaeilge Gach Lá has always intrigued us. In this interview, you’ll hear how she approaches the learning process, which means she has been able to continue on the journey. Watch the video version of this interview on … Podcast 121: Agallamh Baill le Melinda Read More »The post Podcast 121: Agallamh Baill le Melinda first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Adlerian psychology – indiviual psychology – is a holistic approach to understanding your motivations. It gives us a “guiding star” to use your abilities. In the book “The Courage to be Dislike” by Kishimi and Koga, they use a fabulous dialog to discuss the “individual psychology” laid out by Alfred Adler. He was a contemporary … Podcast 120: Using Your Abilities to Contribute Read More »The post Podcast 120: Using Your Abilities to Contribute first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

This podcast episode was originally published as a video, check it out: Watch this episode’s videoThe post Podcast 119: Gaeilge Gach Lá le Peadar first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

In August 2010, Bitesize Irish went live to the world. Ten years on, Eoin reflects on the journey of a decade, and how that relates to learning the Irish language itself. Mentioned in the podcast: Bitesize Pobal private learning community is available to Bitesize Irish GROW members. Sign up for GROW. Gaeilge Gach Lá email … Podcast 118: Breithlá Sona Bitesize Read More »The post Podcast 118: Breithlá Sona Bitesize first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Siobhán, Áisitheoir & Teagascóir – Facilitator & Instructor at Bitesize Irish joins the podcast for this episode. You may recognise her from her many Bitesize Irish videos on YouTube, from our live Q&A sessions, and lesson walk-throughs. The conversation goes over some of Siobhán’s background, and then onto topics close to people’s hearts who are … Podcast 117: Agallamh le Siobhán Read More »The post Podcast 117: Agallamh le Siobhán first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Action informs identity, and identity informs action. We can take action even if we don’t know how to get “there” ultimately. For the Irish language, we can act as if we understand, by listening. Act as if we speak, by participating in conversation. Act as if we are practitioners, by making it part of everyday … Podcast 116: Act As If Read More »The post Podcast 116: Act As If first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Gabrielle and Eoin talk about the strong connections between Yoga and the Bitesize Irish approach to learning Irish: Gaeilge Gach Lá. Gabrielle is community manager at Bitesize Irish, and also a yoga instructor. She shares her years from over a decade of practicing yoga, which is intertwined with her time getting deeper into the Irish … Podcast 115: Yoga agus Bitesize Read More »The post Podcast 115: Yoga agus Bitesize first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Does your Irish language journey feel difficult and frustrating? Do you feel lost, and that you’re beating yourself up? Turn into the beauty of immersing yourself in Gaeilge instead.The post Podcast 114: Find the Beauty in the Irish Language first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Assuming you don’t live in Ireland, we might also assume that you sometimes dream of visiting. Being in Ireland is a direct way to connect with the Irish language, and the landscapes and cities that hold it. But imagine if you never got to Ireland again, be it because of a coronavirus, or moreover the … Podcast 113: Is Your Irish Language Here or There? Read More »The post Podcast 113: Is Your Irish Language Here or There? first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Ramblings around… leaflets about COVID-19 that arrived now in the Irish language a few weeks after English ones… what the order of time and quantum physics means about learning a language… Thanks to Tsukumo whose music you hear on this episode under a creative commons license. Mentioned on the show: The Order of Time by … Podcast 112: Leaflets and Time Read More »The post Podcast 112: Leaflets and Time first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

First ever podcast from the garden shed. It’s time to be weird. Who really cares if you’re expressing yourself in Irish, connecting with people through Gaeilge? Also, is the Irish language only fo the good times? Should Ireland as a society pay for it when the economy tightens? And Bitesize Irish memberships have dropped in … Podcast 111: Time to be Weird Read More »The post Podcast 111: Time to be Weird first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Ramblings about Gaeilge and COVID-19. We hope this episode finds you in good health. Doctor referenced: Dr Micheal Ryan, Executive Director of the Health Emergencies Programme Blindboy Podcast, boi.The post Podcast 110: Corona Atá Tú? first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

In the book Atomic Habits, James Clear makes a few important points relevant to those of us who want to keep digging into the mastery of a skill, like speaking the Irish language: The effect of identity-based habits, by focussing on who you want to become The Plateau of Latent Potential Mastering a field by … Podcast 107: Who Do You Want To Be Read More »The post Podcast 107: Who Do You Want To Be first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

The book “Talking to Strangers” by Malcolm Gladwell relates to broad tensions in our societies today. It also strikes a particular chord with people interested in relating with others through more than their mother tongue. Eoin discusses this, and the recurring theme of how to pick up Irish language conversations (with strangers?). Mentioned in the … Podcast 106: Talking to Strangers Read More »The post Podcast 106: Talking to Strangers first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

It’s not enough to “study” the Irish language every day. You need to make ways for the language to be part of your every day life. Gaeilge Gach Lá. What are you going to do to find a daily use for your Irish? Eoin also looks back at 2019 about how we’ve learned at Bitesize … Podcast 105: A Daily Use For Your Irish Read More »The post Podcast 105: A Daily Use For Your Irish first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Dineen Grow appeared way back in 2014 on the “Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast” as it was called then. We keep coming back to her message of not accepting that you’re on your own on this Irish language journey. You can start something. The tools of technology give us no more excuses. Original Episode 23 New … Podcast 104: Best Of – Start Something Read More »The post Podcast 104: Best Of – Start Something first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

In this story of journeying through the Irish language, you’re the hero. It’s a tough dangerous road out there, but someone’s got to do it. You hear that deep calling in your heart, and you don’t let that go. The prize at the end is realising that you’re already good enough, and you become a … Podcast 103: You’re The Hero Read More »The post Podcast 103: You’re The Hero first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Being a learner of the Irish language will inevitably get you to question your own accomplishments, and feeling like a fraud! “Who am I to try to speak Irish, I can’t even introduce myself!” you might tell yourself. But you can act generously and act despite the feeling of being an impostor. Upcoming Bitesize Irish … Podcast 102: Being an Impostor Read More »The post Podcast 102: Being an Impostor first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Bitesize has a new logo, a new look. But that’s not the important bit. The much more important bit is our focus on how to help you: Gaeilge GACH Lá. Irish EVERY Day. With upcoming new memberships, some with access to Bitesize Pobal private community, you’ll be able to make new connections with others on … Podcast 101: Not Just a New Look Read More »The post Podcast 101: Not Just a New Look first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

What stops you from speaking Irish? That fear can stop you attending a class, an immersion learning event, or just asking to have practice conversations with others. Seth Godin calls frustration the “evil twin of learning” (in book “What to do when it’s your turn”). Fear might be the “evil twin” of speaking a language … Podcast 100: Speaking Irish Despite Fear Read More »The post Podcast 100: Speaking Irish Despite Fear first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Reconnecting with our idea of “bitesize” Irish. Why small pieces? Well, it’s not your fault. The Irish language can seem overwhelming and daunting. We can end up with self-blame and self-judgement for not understanding more, not being “better”. But this is a calling. A life-long journey. By accepting that the journey is already good enough … Podcast 099: One Bite at a Time Read More »The post Podcast 099: One Bite at a Time first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

“I want to be fluent enough in the Irish language in a year’s time, to be able to have a simple conversation with a native.” What could be better than having this generally unattainable goal for yourself? Possibly, it’s to to have a goal of fluency. Although (or because) the following audio is based on … Podcast 098: Better Than Fluency Read More »The post Podcast 098: Better Than Fluency first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Rather than renting a car, and driving around, what other ways can you get to know Ireland? By taking a different approach, you can end up exploring the country, experiencing it in a different light. References: The Economist, Aug 15th 2019, “One way or another the deluge is coming“. 20cm sea rise since the start … Podcast 097: Visiting Ireland Car-Free Read More »The post Podcast 097: Visiting Ireland Car-Free first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you feel like there’s no point in listening to the Irish language, because you won’t understand enough? As Scott Perry has said, action precedes clarity. You can listen before you understand You can look before you can read You can read before you can write You can repeat aloud before you can express yourself … Podcast 096: Action Precedes Clarity Read More »The post Podcast 096: Action Precedes Clarity first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Could you take a “workshop” approach to organising your fellow Irish language learners, so that you all move toward being of Gaeilge? Even as a dedicated attendee of Irish language classes, that usually only happens once per week. How can you expect to advance your mastery of a language if you don’t use it every … Podcast 095: The Workshop Approach Read More »The post Podcast 095: The Workshop Approach first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

To speak the Irish language, you need to use it every day. Gaeilge GACH Lá. Irish EVERY day. Put another way: the best way to not speak the language is to not use it every day. In his book, Master, Robert Greene talks about first discovering your Life’s Task. I’ll assume that part of your … Podcast 094: Gaeilge GACH Lá Read More »The post Podcast 094: Gaeilge GACH Lá first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

You’re interested in speaking the Irish language, so that you can connect with others, and use that connection to get a deeper sense of belonging. It’s a direct connection with your past. Speaking the Irish language cannot be achieved by the strategy of showing up to a class once per week for twelve weeks, for … Podcast 093: Minimum Viable Immersion Read More »The post Podcast 093: Minimum Viable Immersion first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you want to get a chance to practice speaking the Irish language? It can be really hard to find the chance to practice speaking Irish. Probably your main bottlenecks are your own time/energy, and having access to someone who speaks Irish. So here’s our proposal: Accept that you should practice Irish conversation more often … Podcast 092: Proposal for practising Irish every day Read More »The post Podcast 092: Proposal for practising Irish every day first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Are you more like John or Mary in this episode at your Irish language classes? Even if you don’t attend classes, you might pick up some inspiration of this episode of the Bitesize Irish Podcast. Leave your reply below.The post Podcast 091: Are you John or Mary at Irish language class? first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Are you an avid Irish language learner, or is it best to park it to the side for a while? This fun quiz will get you to rate your own approach to learning to speak the Irish language. Related: Creating is learning. And you might also like: Start Something! Podcast with Dineen Grow (Podcast 023).The post Podcast 090: Irish Language Learners’ Quiz first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

We got a tonne of interest from Podcast 088: Music to Connect with Ireland. Singing in the Irish language is a fantastic way to share your love for the Irish language with others, and to get to know the language deeper. That’s why we made videos for three traditional Irish Gaelic songs (plus a full … Podcast 089: Irish Music Listener Questions and More Read More »The post Podcast 089: Irish Music Listener Questions and More first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Music is a personal thing. There are some contemporary artists in Ireland and further on producing fantastic music that help you connect with Ireland. Mentioned in this show: Three traditional Irish language songs available from Bitesize Irish Fionn – The Opera – go support them: Song featured: Silvery Dew by Nissim Khalifa On Facebook Playlist … Music to Connect with Ireland (Podcast 088) Read More »The post Music to Connect with Ireland (Podcast 088) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

After the honeymoon of starting off with learning the Irish language, how do you keep going? How do you make it sustainable for yourself? In this episode, we focus on how to enjoy the everyday moment of it. [T]he ultimate goals of these activities … are also important but true enjoyment comes from the steps … How to Enjoy Your Language Journey (Podcast 087) Read More »The post How to Enjoy Your Language Journey (Podcast 087) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Eoin lays out a case for using a simplified form of the Irish language. The alternative is to never speak it because you don’t think you’re grammatically accurate enough. In reality, many speakers of Irish Gaelic already don’t speak accurately. There is certainly a tension there: the spoken fluent accurate Irish language is beautiful to … In Favour of a Simplified Irish (Podcast 086) Read More »The post In Favour of a Simplified Irish (Podcast 086) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Following on from last week’s announcement of our €500 donation to Feachtas, here is an interview with Loretta at Feachtas to help us understand what they do. Feachtas is an Irish language youth organisation. We believe this is a fantastic way to support the Irish language into the future. Thanks to our Bitesize Irish members … We Donated! (Podcast 085) Read More »The post We Donated! (Podcast 085) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen to this Bitesize Irish Podcast episode for a “What if” of a Bitesize Irish community. We’ve had two forums previously with Bitesize Irish, and both failed miserably. But that was only the first part of the puzzle of giving a community a place, one where you can get to know others who are on … Community… What if… (Podcast 084) Read More »The post Community… What if… (Podcast 084) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

You’re already good enough to be able to speak the Irish language. It could be that you’re comparing yourself to others, and living with regret of not learning, rather than following your curiosity with the Irish language, culture, music and history. In addition to the podcast above, here’s a little treat from our Bitesize lessons: … You’re Already Good Enough (Podcast 083) Read More »The post You’re Already Good Enough (Podcast 083) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

A small cultural practice gives us insight into underlying culture in Ireland: that is that a good number of people in Ireland use the Irish language of their name on Facebook, even though the Irish language is not part of their everyday lives. But that still gives us an insight into the culture, and people’s … Names Matter (Podcast 082) Read More »The post Names Matter (Podcast 082) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen to Episode 081 of the Bitesize Irish Podcast above. If you have limited time, should you show up, or give up? Should you keep chipping away at that journey that fulfills your heart, or keep putting it off until you regret never doing it? Should you pluck up the energy to work five minutes … Show Up (Ep. 081) Read More »The post Show Up (Ep. 081) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

A few weeks ago we had a Podcast listener question where a member of the Irish learning community wanted to know more about the Bitesize Irish team. Coincidence or not, we recently had our first live team meeting in Limerick, Ireland a few weeks ago. Over the next weeks you’ll get a chance to meet … Meet the Bitesize Irish Team – Catalin (Ep. 80) Read More »The post Meet the Bitesize Irish Team – Catalin (Ep. 80) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you feel frustrated on a daily basis that you don’t have more time to learn the Irish language? Maybe it’s not Irish Gaelic, maybe it’s other things that you set up your expectations to do, but it’s not a good enough reason to not spend any time on the things you feel passionate about. This Bitesize … You Don’t Have Enough Time to Learn? (Ep. 79) Read More »The post You Don’t Have Enough Time to Learn? (Ep. 79) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

We recently discussed what’s really holding you back when it comes to learning the Irish language and in today’s Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast episode 78 we’re going to tackle a similar subject (probably scary for many) – the fear of what other people are saying and thinking about you. You may even see it as … You Don’t Need Permission (Ep. 78) Read More »The post You Don’t Need Permission (Ep. 78) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

We all have reasons as to why we’re called towards a certain journey. If you’re interested in learning to speak the Irish language, it’s interesting to ask: Why did this journey choose me? Should I try to ignore its calls, or accept that it’s part of me? Learn about Eoin’s Irish language journey and maybe … What’s Your Irish Language Journey? (Ep. 77) Read More »The post What’s Your Irish Language Journey? (Ep. 77) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

You can’t discuss the topic of Irish unity without talking about what has come in history before us. People have been killed, people have been tortured, families and communities have been divided, and now as we talk about this in 2018 it can feel like things are nice and stable, but there have been so … What Would the Irish Language Mean to a United Ireland? (Ep. 76) Read More »The post What Would the Irish Language Mean to a United Ireland? (Ep. 76) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you ever set out to do something but not actually achieve it in the end, and worse yet you beat yourself up about it?  This is audio content. Play the episode using the player above. And then take WOOP My Irish Language. Well, a lot of people tell us this about learning the Irish … WOOP My Irish Language (Ep. 75) Read More »The post WOOP My Irish Language (Ep. 75) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

A listener question sparks an interesting topic – is the Irish language relevant to Irish people (compared to the U.S. for example). But before we go deeper in finding the answer, we first need to know what exactly defines the “Irish people”. When answering this question, we should see the “Irish people” not as someone … Is the Irish Language Relevant to Irish People? (Ep. 74) Read More »The post Is the Irish Language Relevant to Irish People? (Ep. 74) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Can the Irish language survive only if there are rural communities where the language is dominant? How important is the Gaeltacht (and what does really mean)? This is the main topic we’ve focused the 73rd episode of the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast. By listening to this Podcast episode, you’ll also learn more about the Gaeltacht … Would the Irish Language Survive Without Gaeltacht Regions? (Ep. 73) Read More »The post Would the Irish Language Survive Without Gaeltacht Regions? (Ep. 73) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

At Bitesize Irish Gaelic we’re always trying to learn more about our community and what exactly are our members’ goals in the matter of learning Irish Gaelic (and making a connection with their Irish heritage – where this is important to them). When asked about their goals, people who study the Irish language say that … The Life-Long Journey of Irish Gaelic (Ep. 72) Read More »The post The Life-Long Journey of Irish Gaelic (Ep. 72) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Did you know that by using Bitesize Irish Gaelic to learn the Irish language to make a connection to your past, with your ancestors, it rewires your brain? What new connections does learning Irish Gaelic give to your Irish heritage? If you want to know more about this, listen to the 71st Bitesize Irish Gaelic … How Irish Gaelic Can Rewire Your Brain (Ep. 71) Read More »The post How Irish Gaelic Can Rewire Your Brain (Ep. 71) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

In this episode of the “new” Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast, Eoin talks about what does it take to be “a native Irish language speaker” and also tackles a few other heavy topics such as the future of Irish Gaelic, and relation between Irish & other similar languages . You too can record a question for … What Is a Native Irish Language Speaker? (Ep. 70) Read More »The post What Is a Native Irish Language Speaker? (Ep. 70) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

From 2013 to 2016 we ran the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast. The format of the online show focused on interviewing really interesting people who were passionate about the Irish Gaelic language or Ireland’s culture & history. In the beginning of 2016 we decided to stop publishing new Podcast episodes because it wasn’t a sustainable process … We’re Restarting the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast! (Ep. 69) Read More »The post We’re Restarting the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast! (Ep. 69) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Two full years after our last Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast episode, this is the return of an experiment! Did you listen to this podcast experiment episode? Do you want us to restart the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast? Then use the button right here to ask your question for the next podcast episode: Have a listen … Podcast 068: Should We Restart the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast? Read More »The post Podcast 068: Should We Restart the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast? first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Eoin and little Liam of Bitesize Irish Gaelic tell you about our plan to re-run past episodes of the podcast on our podcast feed. You also hear about our members-only Facebook group. Background The Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast is a discussion podcast in English. Eoin has interviewed many a guest in the world of the … Podcast Re-runs (Ep. 67) Read More »The post Podcast Re-runs (Ep. 67) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen as Eoin and son Liam make paper airplanes in their kitchen. Eoin takes the chance to explain why the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast is coming to an end. But it’s also a positive step for Bitesize Irish Gaelic members who’ll get new ways to connect with us. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player … Special Final Episode of Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast (Ep. 66) Read More »The post Special Final Episode of Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast (Ep. 66) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Ramona wanted an Irish language immersion experience near her. So she started the L.A. Deireadh Seachtaine na Gaeilge immersion weekend. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get to hear: Ramona’s trips to Oideas Gael in Ireland, which helped inspire her Irish … L.A. Deireadh Seachtaine with Ramona Reeves (Ep. 65) Read More »The post L.A. Deireadh Seachtaine with Ramona Reeves (Ep. 65) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Caitríona is from Mullingar in Ireland, and lives in California. She shares her perceptions of Ireland from her trips back home. In her opinion, you can use the Irish language anywhere in Ireland as long as you speak slowly. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). In Caitríona’s opinion, the best ways to learn … Ireland’s a Gaeltacht with Caitríona Weafer (Ep. 64) Read More »The post Ireland’s a Gaeltacht with Caitríona Weafer (Ep. 64) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

TEDx presenter, and award-winning e-learning and social media consultant Jojanneke joins Eoin for a chat. Are you holding back from sharing your love for the Irish language online, like on Facebook and Twitter? Eoin asks Jojanneke how to get around that. At the end, you should enjoy yourself, and don’t be afraid to have a … Goof Around, with Jojanneke van den Bosch (Ep. 63) Read More »The post Goof Around, with Jojanneke van den Bosch (Ep. 63) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Minnesota-based author Rachel Britz tells us about her research for her book Good-Bye, Lover. Her family comes from Donegal, and not every person survived the travel across America. She visited west Ireland in 2014, and tells us how that went. Discussion podcast in English. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get … Famine Times with Author Rachel Britz (Ep. 62) Read More »The post Famine Times with Author Rachel Britz (Ep. 62) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Dawn shares her “can do” attitude to learning to speak Irish Gaelic. It’s her way to “feel connected to a place that has my heart”, as she told us recently. She’s a Bitesize Irish Gaelic member. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and … Love for Irish Music and Language with Dawn Lange (Ep. 61) Read More »The post Love for Irish Music and Language with Dawn Lange (Ep. 61) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen to how Barbara visited Ireland last summer, treating it as an adventure. Specifically, she didn’t book accommodation ahead (except for the first night after landing in Dublin). Hear about the route she took along the coast. Discussion podcast in English. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get to hear: The … Adventure in Ireland with Barbara Moloney (Ep. 60) Read More »The post Adventure in Ireland with Barbara Moloney (Ep. 60) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen to Vanessa who has never been to Ireland (yet), but has made the Irish language part of her daily life. Living in Australia, she talks about her upcoming trip to Ireland. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get to hear: … Irish Language is a Lifestyle with Vanessa Bushell (Ep. 59) Read More »The post Irish Language is a Lifestyle with Vanessa Bushell (Ep. 59) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Eoin reads out the poem by Patrick Kavanagh, “A Christmas Childhood”. It rings of simple Irish Christmases. This Christmas poem isn’t in Irish Gaelic, but surely it’s just the thing to hear as we reach Christmas, the time when we reconnect with friends and family. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll … Christmas Poem From Ireland (Ep. 58) Read More »The post Christmas Poem From Ireland (Ep. 58) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you feel like you “should” be learning the Irish language, but never get around to it? This podcast episode (in English) is about breaking down your daily Irish language habit into such small pieces that they should be easy to do. These ideas come from the excellent blog AJATT: All Japanese All The Time. … Easy Irish Immersion (Ep. 57) Read More »The post Easy Irish Immersion (Ep. 57) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

David White has a great interest in his Irish heritage. He got sucked into the challenge of speaking some Irish Gaelic! Hear this interview with him, where he shares his positive attitude that makes it possible for him to keep learning a new language. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get … How David White Got Into Irish Gealic (Ep. 56) Read More »The post How David White Got Into Irish Gealic (Ep. 56) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Susan of Vibrant Ireland joins Eoin for a chat on the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast. She has lived in Ireland for the best part of twenty years. She’s from the United States, but ended up moving to Ireland. Listen to her great Irish accent! She now lives in rural east County Clare – a beautiful … 20 Years in Ireland with Susan FitzGerald (Ep. 55) Read More »The post 20 Years in Ireland with Susan FitzGerald (Ep. 55) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

As we head into a dark winter in Ireland, Eoin shares with you two relevant phrases to say in Irish Gaelic. He explains what each part of the phrase means. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get to hear: How to … Two Winter Irish Gaelic Phrases (Ep. 54) Read More »The post Two Winter Irish Gaelic Phrases (Ep. 54) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Where is Scottish Gaelic, or Gàidhlig, spoken? What were those Gàidhlig-speaking areas like, and what is their health today? Professor Boyd Robertson, Principal of Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, joins Eoin to share the culture of Scotland. Discussion podcast in English. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, and you’ll get to hear: About Sabhal Mòr Ostaig – … Gàidhlig with Prof Boyd Robertson (Ep. 53) Read More »The post Gàidhlig with Prof Boyd Robertson (Ep. 53) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you love to hear about the “little people”, or the síoga as we call them in Ireland? Or maybe you’ve grown up too much, and you think you don’t need to hear such a story every now and again! In this episode, hear Mary Murphy read out one of her stories “Say You Will”. … Say You Will by Mary Murphy (Ep. 52) Read More »The post Say You Will by Mary Murphy (Ep. 52) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Get the behind-the-scenes info about how the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast gets to your earbuds every two weeks. After our recent article on Being Bitesize is Beautiful, where you got to read about our team, in this episode you’ll hear how the podcast itself gets to you. What you’ll hear: Click the audio player above, … Behind the Podcast (Ep. 51) Read More »The post Behind the Podcast (Ep. 51) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Bob Burke discovered the Irish language in his 40s. Was that too old to start to learn to speak Irish? Not at all! Listen to this discussion podcast (in English), and you’ll hear how Bob’s lovely spoken Irish Gaelic is. Bob is the former president of the North American Association for Celtic Language Teachers. What … Not Too Old to Start with Bob Burke (Ep. 50) Read More »The post Not Too Old to Start with Bob Burke (Ep. 50) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

When did the Irish language cross into Ireland? What was there before it? Was “Celtic” spoken across Europe? How much did the Irish language change over the centuries? Those are only a few of the questions I had for Dr Ranke de Vries. Ranke holds the Ben Alder Chair of Celtic Studies at St Francis … Celtic Studies with Dr. Ranke de Vries (Ep. 49) Read More »The post Celtic Studies with Dr. Ranke de Vries (Ep. 49) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Get insights into Irish Gaelic’s positive future in Ireland and in Irish society. Broadcaster Conn Ó Muíneacháin grew up with a passion for the Irish language. He came to the conclusion that he had to create content in the Irish language through blogs and podcasts to strengthen his ties to the language. What you’ll hear: … Irish Will Live with Conn Ó Muíneacháin (Ep. 48) Read More »The post Irish Will Live with Conn Ó Muíneacháin (Ep. 48) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Imelda White is from Ard a’ Ratha in County Donegal, Ireland. She has taught Irish language classes in California for several decades. What you’ll hear Imelda’s kind encouragement and words of wisdom to learners of Irish Gaelic who feel stuck Reasons to attend a Deireadh … From Donegal to California with Imelda White (Ep. 47) Read More »The post From Donegal to California with Imelda White (Ep. 47) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Dave Hogan of Dove Chauffeur Drive reads his inspiring story “And We Think We Know”. Dave is a member of the Kinvara Writers’ Group in County Galway, Ireland. This is an episode of our podcast. What you’ll hear Dave’s touching account of a family he was driving around Ireland Mentioned in the show Dave’s blog … “And We Think We Know” by Dave Hogan (Ep. 46) Read More »The post “And We Think We Know” by Dave Hogan (Ep. 46) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Ger Killeen is a native of Limerick City, Ireland, and resides near Portland, Oregon. He teaches at Marylhurst University. He shares his Irish language poetry, and his experience with the Irish language in Oregon. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear Ger’s beautiful poem in the Irish language – … A Poem in Irish with Ger Killeen (Ep. 45) Read More »The post A Poem in Irish with Ger Killeen (Ep. 45) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Dave Hogan is an experienced chauffeur driver in Ireland, and a wealth of knowledge. He shares his best tips for a memorable trip to Ireland. Discussion podcast about traveling in Ireland (show is in English). What you’ll hear Get the best out of your trip to Ireland: how long to travel for, where to visit, … Chauffeur Driven Vacations with Dave Hogan (Ep. 44) Read More »The post Chauffeur Driven Vacations with Dave Hogan (Ep. 44) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Seán Mag Uidhir (John McGuire) established the Irish language immersion weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. He speaks Irish, and shares his journey of learning the language. Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). What you’ll hear How to deal with losing the initial enthusiasm of wanting to speak Irish (Gaelic) The keys … Irish Language in Dallas-Fort Worth (Ep. 43) Read More »The post Irish Language in Dallas-Fort Worth (Ep. 43) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Irish-American author Brighid O’Sullivan shares with us her love for Ireland through eight things you didn’t know about Ireland. What you’ll hear Brighid’s Irish background growing up Words in English that came from Ireland and the Irish language Irish people who contributed to scientific discoveries … 8 Things You Didn’t Know About Ireland (Ep. 42) Read More »The post 8 Things You Didn’t Know About Ireland (Ep. 42) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Irish artist and illustrator, Aislinn Adams, has taught the Irish language in Salem, Oregon. Hear her journey through Washington D.C., attending an Irish language immersion weekend (Deireadh Seachtaine), and on to her interest in the connection between plant life in Oregon and Ireland. About the illustration at the top of this page: “The direct translation … Irish Oregon Connections with Aislinn Adams (Ep. 41) Read More »The post Irish Oregon Connections with Aislinn Adams (Ep. 41) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Devin Blankenship is founder and president of the Indiana Celtic Community. After traveling to Ireland, he attended an Irish language immersion weekend in Madison, Wisconsin. He went on to found a regular study group in Bloomington, Indiana, where he also run their annual Irish Gaelic … Zero to Immersion Weekend with Devin Blankenship (Ep. 40) Read More »The post Zero to Immersion Weekend with Devin Blankenship (Ep. 40) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

The future of the Irish language is unsure and controversial. Hear our three long-term predictions for the Irish language. What you’ll hear The Connemara dialect will dominate, because of TG4 television station being based there (there are three main dialects of Irish Gaelic) The general Irish language accent will change, gravitating towards the English language, … Three Bold Predications for the Irish Language (Ep. 39) Read More »The post Three Bold Predications for the Irish Language (Ep. 39) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Do you need a bit of motivation for speaking some Irish Gaelic? Eoin covers the top ten reasons for speaking Ireland’s native language What you’ll hear Ten reasons to speak the Irish language Welcome to our newest Bitesize Irish Gaelic members: Dustin in Oklahoma City. Michael … Ten Reasons to Speak Irish Gaelic (Ep. 38) Read More »The post Ten Reasons to Speak Irish Gaelic (Ep. 38) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). Neil Jackman founded Abarta Audio Guides. They’re downloadable, easy-to-follow, guides for tourist spots across Ireland. What you’ll hear Ireland’s history and heritage through pre-historic times Neil’s journey to Ireland, and his impression of Ireland’s heritage http://youtu.be/d2R2cmrx1w0 Mentioned in the show Abarta Audio Guides Time Travel … Abarta Audio Guides with Neil Jackman (Ep. 37) Read More »The post Abarta Audio Guides with Neil Jackman (Ep. 37) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Discussion podcast about learning to speak Irish Gaelic (in English). This is an interview with Karen Reshkin from Chicago is an Irish language instructor at Na Gaeil. She’s also a musician, playing the fiddle Karen is an accomplished Irish language speaker. What you’ll hear Karen’s approach to learning: do it in small regular pieces Don’t … It’s All In Your Perspective, with Karen Reshkin (Ep. 36) Read More »The post It’s All In Your Perspective, with Karen Reshkin (Ep. 36) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Podcast interview in the English language. Brian Ó hAirt is an American sean-nós singer, musician, and a speaker of the Irish Language. Brian shares his connection with Ireland’s real culture, through song and Irish Gaelic. What you’ll hear Brian’s instant connection with the Irish language after hearing a song on the radio when he was … Irish Language in Portland, Oregan with Brian Ó hAirt (Ep. 35) Read More »The post Irish Language in Portland, Oregan with Brian Ó hAirt (Ep. 35) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

After about 13 years in Ireland, Elena Clancy shares her experiences with traveling around Ireland. She’s originally from Siberia in Russia, and now lives in Cork. In the recording, Eoin mentions this as Episode 033, but it’s being published as Episode 034. Sorry for the confustion. Also, apologies to Elena for the original spelling “Russion” … A Russian in Ireland with Elena Clancy (Ep. 34) Read More »The post A Russian in Ireland with Elena Clancy (Ep. 34) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Inis Meáin is a small island off Ireland’s Atlantic west coast. It’s a strong Gaeltacht area, where the Irish language is spoken. Ceri Garfield spent five months with Máire Pháidín on the island, who is a “legend” on the island. The documentary will be called “Cé hÍ Máire Pháidín?” (which means, “Who Is Máire Pháidín?”). … Inis Meáin documentary with Ceri Garfield (Ep. 33) Read More »The post Inis Meáin documentary with Ceri Garfield (Ep. 33) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Living around Kansas City, Conchúr is a native of Belfast city. Eoin met him at Kansas City Irish Fest in 2014. What you’ll hear What it was like growing up in Belfast Segregation in Belfast, past and present The state of the Irish language in Belfast Life as an Irish man in the States Teaching … Belfast Native Conchúr McNeasa (Ep. 32) Read More »The post Belfast Native Conchúr McNeasa (Ep. 32) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Are you just getting started with tracing your family tree? You might be surprised about the advances in genealogical research, particularly around commercial DNA analysis. Michael Carragher is the president of the Irish Family History Forum of Long Island and New York City. He was kind enough to share his knowledge in this episode of … Latest Advances in Genealogy with Michael Carragher (Ep. 31) Read More »The post Latest Advances in Genealogy with Michael Carragher (Ep. 31) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Discussion podcast with Michael Carragher who grew up in New York. During his childhood, his family would travel over to their relations back in Ireland. Michael is the president of the Irish Family History Forum, and got interested in Irish Gaelic through his interest in genealogy. What you’ll hear How country life has changed over … Childhood in Monaghan with Michael Carragher (Ep. 30) Read More »The post Childhood in Monaghan with Michael Carragher (Ep. 30) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Hear about traveling to Ireland to speak the Irish language, with Liam Ó Cuinneagáin, founder of Oideas Gael. Liam and Eoin discuss the past, present and future of the Gaeltacht regions (where Irish Gaelic is spoken in some communities). You’ll realize why it’s so important that you’re part of this movement to speak Ireland’s native … Gaeltacht’s Future with Liam Ó Cuinneagáin (Ep. 29) Read More »The post Gaeltacht’s Future with Liam Ó Cuinneagáin (Ep. 29) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Marc Gunn of Irish and Celtic Music Podcast joins Eoin about Irish music, American adoption of Irish culture, and touring in Ireland and beyond. What you’ll hear Renaissance festivals, and their fun mix of cultures Touring Ireland in a bus tour, versus going out to find your own experiences What the autoharp is Mentioned in … Marc Gunn of Irish and Celtic Music Podcast (Ep. 28) Read More »The post Marc Gunn of Irish and Celtic Music Podcast (Ep. 28) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen back to the Best-Of Bits of the Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast with Eoin. It’s hard to believe that our little discussion show podcast has been running for a year already. Our objective is to bring learnings of the Irish language closer together, no matter you’re located. It’s been a fantastic reading your comments on … Best-Of Bits of Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast’s First Year (Ep. 27) Read More »The post Best-Of Bits of Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast’s First Year (Ep. 27) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Being an Irish language speaker in Ireland sometimes (or often) feels like you’re climbing uphill, trying to speak with Government services in Irish. Síne Nic an Ailí is part of Conradh na Gaeilge. She was an organizer of Lá Mór na Gaeilge 2015, in which 10,000 people marchec for langauge rights on the streets of … Irish language rights with Síne Nic an Ailí (Ep. 26) Read More »The post Irish language rights with Síne Nic an Ailí (Ep. 26) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

David Wood is trained in classical music and song, but also has a passion for the traditional song and music of Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales. He shares with us his journey from loving Irish music, to learning to speak the Irish language. Here’s a song of Mary Dillon, whom David mentions in the show: … Songs and Music of the Isles, with David Wood (Ep. 25) Read More »The post Songs and Music of the Isles, with David Wood (Ep. 25) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you want to visit the more special, hidden parts of Dublin on your next trip to Ireland? Pól Ó Conghaile, a distinguished travel writer, shares three of his favorite spots in Dublin. What you’ll hear The Hungry Tree St. Valentine’s Relic Napoleon’s Toothbrush …plus Pól’s tip on getting oriented in a new city Mentioned … Secret Dublin with Pól Ó Conghaile (Ep. 24) Read More »The post Secret Dublin with Pól Ó Conghaile (Ep. 24) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Based in Madison, Wisconsin, Dineen Grow has spent years helping others around her who also share her enthusiasm for speaking Irish Gaelic. What you’ll hear How to reach out to others if you feel alone and trying to learn to speak Irish: Start something! What band got her interested in the Irish language in the … Start something, with Dineen Grow (Ep. 23) Read More »The post Start something, with Dineen Grow (Ep. 23) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Ireland has been through some turbulent times, and the Irish language (Irish Gaelic) is not exception. Eoin is joined this week by Fin Dwyer of Irish History Podcast. Fin is an historian living in Dublin. What you’ll hear How Dublin city was established, settled, and expanded The arrival of the Vikings Life in Ireland after … Life in Medieval Ireland with Fin Dwyer (Ep. 22) Read More »The post Life in Medieval Ireland with Fin Dwyer (Ep. 22) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Mara Bernstein doesn’t seem to have a drop of Irish blood, but that didn’t stop her from learning and promoting the Irish language. She’s one of the main organizers of the Bloomington, Indiana Irish Language Immersion weekend. What you’ll hear The huge community of Irish language learners that does exist The pro-active approach you need … Why you should attend an Irish language immersion weekend (Ep. 21) Read More »The post Why you should attend an Irish language immersion weekend (Ep. 21) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Are you planning to visit Ireland? How about using a couple of words of the Irish language on the locals? Jody Halsted joins Eoin again, sharing her top tips on how to introduce some Irish conversation when speaking with the locals. What you’ll hear The best ways to introduce some Irish language into conversation when … How to use the Irish language with locals, with Jody Halstead (Ep. 20) Read More »The post How to use the Irish language with locals, with Jody Halstead (Ep. 20) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen to answers of fantastic listener and member questions about learning to speak the Irish language (Irish Gaelic). What you’ll hear Summer courses you can attend in Irish Saying where you’re from Intricacies of Scottish Gaelic, from an Irish Gaelic perspective Story of an Australian living in New Zealand who uses Irish on the locals … Where can I attend Irish language summer courses and other listener questions (Ep. 19) Read More »The post Where can I attend Irish language summer courses and other listener questions (Ep. 19) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

You could learn a lot from Pat Hagan. He’s lives around Jacksonville, Florida. For the past year he’s been learning Irish. He’s made great advances in speaking, and is about to jump further by attending classes in Donegal, Ireland. What you’ll hear Pat’s background – in his own words, a blue collar background, and his experience … Don’t put too much pressure on yourself learning Irish, with Pat in Florida (Ep. 18) Read More »The post Don’t put too much pressure on yourself learning Irish, with Pat in Florida (Ep. 18) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Lots of listener questions, plus emails we have received about learning to speak the native language of Ireland. Eoin also addresses a forum thread about whether or not he’s an native speaker of Irish. What’s your opinion? Read on, and leave your comment at the end of this page. What you’ll hear How different are … Podcast 017: Is Eoin a native speaker?? Read More »The post Podcast 017: Is Eoin a native speaker?? first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Have you often dreamed of visiting Ireland, but life keeps getting in the way? Would you love to “come home” to Ireland, but can’t decide where to start? Stephanie and Joe Chastain of InfiniteIreland.com visited Ireland in 2006. With all the organizing for the trip, they were overcome by all the books and websites that offered … Take the plunge to visit Ireland (Podcast 016) Read More »The post Take the plunge to visit Ireland (Podcast 016) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Have you ever thought about making the commitment of actually moving to Ireland? Hear from Brian Casey – Briain Ó Casathaigh – who moved to Ireland in 2013. His first ever trip to Ireland was only during the year before that. They sold just about everything, and made the leap. What you’ll hear What steps … Ever considered moving to Ireland? (Podcast 015) Read More »The post Ever considered moving to Ireland? (Podcast 015) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Have you been confused seeing some written Irish language, and having no idea how to pronounce it? Would you like to be able to say “goodbye” in Irish Gaelic? If so, listen to this episode of Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast for these and more listener questions with Eoin. What you’ll hear How to say “goodbye” … How to say goodbye in Irish, and other listener questions (Podcast 014) Read More »The post How to say goodbye in Irish, and other listener questions (Podcast 014) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Robert Todd spent Christmas on the west coast of Ireland while the country got hit with a storm. Earlier in his trip, he spent time in Dublin, where he spoke the Irish language to cab drivers, bus drivers and others. This is your motivation to try out Irish when you’re visiting Ireland. It doesn’t matter … Speaking Irish to Dublin taxi drivers (Podcast 13) Read More »The post Speaking Irish to Dublin taxi drivers (Podcast 13) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Are you learning Irish on your own? Do you feel like there’s no way to get into learning some Irish in your everyday life? Audrey Nickel shares five top tips to practicing Irish Gaelic on a daily basis. And you don’t need to be an advanced learner to practice these tips. Audrey recommends you make … Five Tips for Practicing Irish Daily (Ep. 12) Read More »The post Five Tips for Practicing Irish Daily (Ep. 12) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

We’ve got some great listener questions answered. For example, you’ll hear how to say “2014” in the Irish language for the new year. You’ll hear about the latest rough weather in Ireland, how to get people to use Irish with you while you’re visiting Ireland, and what courses we recommend for attending when you’re in … Do people say “top of the morning”? (Ep. 11) Read More »The post Do people say “top of the morning”? (Ep. 11) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Liam Hughes grew up in the States, but comes home (to Ireland) at least a couple of times a year. He’s an artist, designer, singer, and more, and has family in the Silvermines in Tipperary, Ireland. He designs shard jewelry, including Irish pieces. What you’ll hear How it feels to come home to Ireland to … Have you been home yet? With Irish-American artist Liam Hughes (Ep. 10) Read More »The post Have you been home yet? With Irish-American artist Liam Hughes (Ep. 10) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Teachers in primary schools in Ireland (elementary schools) teach their students each and every subject. With the Irish language being one of those subjects, all teachers generally need to speak Irish to some level. That can be a stumbling block for people who move to Ireland and want to teach. But it didn’t stop Dr. … The Echoy Classroom, an American Elementary School Teach Learned Irish to Teach in Ireland (Ep. 9) Read More »The post The Echoy Classroom, an American Elementary School Teach Learned Irish to Teach in Ireland (Ep. 9) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Mary Murphy takes the podcast chair this time, asking Eoin of Bitesize Irish Gaelic about how the site started. What you’ll hear How Bitesize Irish Gaelic got its name Where Eoin grew up The image of the Irish language in public – then and now Mentioned in this episode Bitesize Irish Gaelic Live – upcoming … The tables turn on Eoin (Ep. 8) Read More »The post The tables turn on Eoin (Ep. 8) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen to Eoin of Bitesize Irish Gaelic speak with Mary Murphy, a singer, songwriter and author. Mary is based in Canada, but has strong roots back to Wexford in Ireland. Irish song, dance and storytelling has always been part of her life. What you’ll hear How it was like growing up in New York as … How Mary Murphy grew up as an Irish person in New York (Ep. 7) Read More »The post How Mary Murphy grew up as an Irish person in New York (Ep. 7) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Author and writer Felicity Hayes-McCoy had a connection with Corca Dhuibhne (the Dingle peninsula) from an early age. (The Irish language is the language of the locals there.) But it was only later that she and her husband purchased a house there. Now they spend part of their time on this peninsula of Ireland that … How life goes on on the Dingle peninsula, even in mid Winter, with Felicity Hayes-McCoy (Ep. 6) Read More »The post How life goes on on the Dingle peninsula, even in mid Winter, with Felicity Hayes-McCoy (Ep. 6) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Listen to Eoin discuss listener questions and emails around the Irish language (Irish Gaelic) in Ireland. If you feel that deep connection for Ireland, and plan on visiting, or have visited, then you’ll learn about seeking the Irish language out. What you’ll hear Whether you’ll be understood in the Gaeltacht regions if you learn standardized … Will I understand people in the Gaeltacht regions of Ireland? (Ep. 5) Read More »The post Will I understand people in the Gaeltacht regions of Ireland? (Ep. 5) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Have you ever considered learning to speak the Irish language, but felt that you’re alone? Prof. Kevin Scannell says that this is a new age of Irish language, where you can not only immerse yourself in Irish online, but also use it as a way to connect with other learners. He’s a professor at Saint … How You Can Use Technology to Immerse Yourself in Irish (Ep. 4) Read More »The post How You Can Use Technology to Immerse Yourself in Irish (Ep. 4) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Do you hope to be visiting Ireland at some point in the next couple of years? You might be in for some little surprises (not least of which the locals!). In this episode of Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast, Eoin is joined by travel writer Jody Halstead of Ireland Family Travel. She has made lots of … Little Surprises When Visiting Ireland (Ep. 3) Read More »The post Little Surprises When Visiting Ireland (Ep. 3) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Would you like to learn some of Ireland’s beautiful native language wherever you are? Our special guest, Terry Simons, covers the very best in iPhone and Android apps related to learning the Irish language. Listen for Terry’s top recommendations for learners, plus for extra apps for Ireland’s native sports. Terry works in Silicon Valley, but … The Top Apps for Learning Irish (Ep. 2) Read More »The post The Top Apps for Learning Irish (Ep. 2) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.

Click here to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Click here to subscribe by RSS feed. This is the very first Bitesize Irish Gaelic Podcast. It’s a discussion show for those around the world learning to speak Irish. Episodes are fortnightly on Thursdays. Summary of this episode Eoin from Bitesize Irish Gaelic speaks with Liam … An Irish man who found his Irishness in Australia (Ep. 1) Read More »The post An Irish man who found his Irishness in Australia (Ep. 1) first appeared on Bitesize Irish.