In this episode we look at how the Catholic Church worked to bring about peace in 1922, choosing the Treaty and turning against the anti-Treaty Republicans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at how the Catholic Church worked to bring about peace in 1922, choosing the Treaty and turning against the anti-Treaty Republicans. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP19 – Weaponising the Sacraments

In this episode we look at the first series of executions carried out by the Free State in November 1922.The image used for this episode is of Erskine Childers and his wife Molly, on their yacht the Asgard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at the first series of executions carried out by the Free State in November 1922.The image used for this episode is of Erskine Childers and his wife Molly, on their yacht the Asgard. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP18 – The Executions Begin

In this episode we tell the sad story of Tadhg Kennefick and try to make sense of the horrific violence of the Irish Civil war. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we tell the sad story of Tadhg Kennefick and try to make sense of the horrific violence of the Irish Civil war. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP17 – Roadside Murders

In this episode we look at what has been described as one of the most draconian pieces of legislation ever to be passed in a liberal democracy and see how the Special Powers Act was just one of the many ways that Ulster Unionists held on to power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at what has been described as one of the most draconian pieces of legislation ever to be passed in a liberal democracy and see how the Special Powers Act was just one of the many ways that Ulster Unionists held on to power. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP16 – The Special Powers Act

In this episode we look at the second failed Craig-Collins pact and try to untangle the complicated web that was Michael Collins's approach to the North in 1922. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at the second failed Craig-Collins pact and try to untangle the complicated web that was Michael Collins's approach to the North in 1922. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP15 – How Collins Approached Northern Ireland

Alexander Poots

From CS Lewis's bourgeois Protestant upbringing to Seamus Heaney's beautiful attempts at understanding his home, this episode I interview Alexander Poots author of The Strangers' House: Writing Northern Ireland and ask what Northern Irish writers can teach us about the history of the area. Sign up to Patreon for the full interview. You can read more about the book, here:https://www.twelvebooks.com/titles/alexander-poots/the-strangers-house/9781538701584/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From CS Lewis's bourgeois Protestant upbringing to Seamus Heaney's beautiful attempts at understanding his home, this episode I interview Alexander Poots author of The Strangers' House: Writing Northern Ireland and ask what Northern Irish writers can teach us about the history of the area. Sign up to Patreon for the full interview. You can read more about the book, here:<a href="https://www.twelvebooks.com/titles/alexander-poots/the-strangers-house/9781538701584/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.twelvebooks.com/titles/alexander-poots/the-strangers-house/9781538701584/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Interview – Alexander Poots On The Writing Northern Ireland

In this episode we look at the failed attempts to bring peace to Northern Ireland in 1922 and how this affected one poor family in particular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at the failed attempts to bring peace to Northern Ireland in 1922 and how this affected one poor family in particular. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP14 – The McMahon Murders

What's this? A new episode! Finally! Thanks so much for baring with me. Happy to say the show is back and raring to go. This episode takes a look at how the Northern Irish border was drawn and explains how we landed on the six counties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's this? A new episode! Finally! Thanks so much for baring with me. Happy to say the show is back and raring to go. This episode takes a look at how the Northern Irish border was drawn and explains how we landed on the six counties. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP13 – Drawing the Border

In this episode we investigate how the anti-Treaty IRA were coping, as well as the Army Emergency Power Resolution and its ramifications.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we investigate how the anti-Treaty IRA were coping, as well as the Army Emergency Power Resolution and its ramifications. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP12 – Young Lawlor & The Legalities of Conflict

In this episode we take a look at WT Cosgrave – the conservative witty Dubliner who replaced Arthur Griffith and Michael Collins to become the leader of the fledgling state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a look at WT Cosgrave – the conservative witty Dubliner who replaced Arthur Griffith and Michael Collins to become the leader of the fledgling state. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 EP11 – The Man Who Wasn't Collins

The Irish Republic's foundation is one hell of a story, complete with spying secretaries, pig thieves, politicians, poets, school teachers and the world's biggest empire. In quick, bite-sized episodes, we're going to explore the causes, characters and aftermath of the Irish War of Independence.Support the show through Patreon for bonus content and ad free listening! www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comprehensive and enjoyable journey through Irish history in bite-sized segments. One of my favorites.

Bite-sized Irish History

A great and informative podcast presented in a really entertaining fashion! Perfect find on my walk home.

Concise and entertaining

The Irish Republic's foundation is one hell of a story, complete with spying secretaries, pig thieves, politicians, poets, school teachers and the world's biggest empire. In quick, bite-sized episodes, we're going to explore the causes, characters and aftermath of the Irish War of Independence.Support the show through <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a> for bonus content and ad free listening! <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The History of Ireland

In this episode we explore the British confused Irish policy throughout 1919 and explore what finally convinced them to ban the Dáil. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we explore the British confused Irish policy throughout 1919 and explore what finally convinced them to ban the Dáil. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E21 - We Did Not & Do Not Know How To Act

Cartoonists in love, tricksy Welsh wizards and a fickle public. In this episode we look at how the plucky little 1916 Rising went from being a haphazard mess to one of Ireland's most important historic events, and how this changed the radical fringe group Sinn Fein into a political heavyweight.Support the show through Patreon for bonus content and ad free listening!www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cartoonists in love, tricksy Welsh wizards and a fickle public. In this episode we look at how the plucky little 1916 Rising went from being a haphazard mess to one of Ireland's most important historic events, and how this changed the radical fringe group Sinn Fein into a political heavyweight.Support the show through <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a> for bonus content and ad free listening!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E3 - Poorly Managed Mayhem

By 1918 Sinn Fein were on the rise. Home Rule had come to a stand still and the population had become more and more radicalised. All Sinn Fein needed was one last thing to unify the country against the British.Did someone say conscription? Yep, that'll do.This week, we look at the Conscription Crisis of 1918 and hear one of the big hits from that year.Thanks to Ciaran Boyle for extra help with the music this episode. You can listen to his great EP, About Time here or follow him on Facebook.Support the show through Patreon for bonus content and ad free listening!www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

By 1918 Sinn Fein were on the rise. Home Rule had come to a stand still and the population had become more and more radicalised. All Sinn Fein needed was one last thing to unify the country against the British.Did someone say conscription? Yep, that'll do.This week, we look at the Conscription Crisis of 1918 and hear one of the big hits from that year.Thanks to Ciaran Boyle for extra help with the music this episode. You can listen to his great EP, About Time <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7ep558k2Cc2EwMqJRpWtqS?si=-9wSTdM_SjycuYLl7rw-lg" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> or follow him on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ciaranboylemuso" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.Support the show through <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a> for bonus content and ad free listening!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E4 - Oh No We Won't Go

In this episode we explore the ambush of Lord French in December 1919. It shook the country and set the scene for the escalation in the conflict in 1920. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we explore the ambush of Lord French in December 1919. It shook the country and set the scene for the escalation in the conflict in 1920. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E23 - An Ambush at Ashtown

First off, I'm so sorry that this episode has taken so long. As life gets a little more hectic in the real world I'll be shifting towards fortnightly episodes. Hope you don't mind. With a cruel sense of irony, in this delayed episode, I'll be discussing The Irish Bulletin. A Republican newspaper that did not miss a single issue throughout the entire war. Go figure. It was vital to the war effort and written by an eclectic mix of fanatical Catholics, switched on secretaries and famous novelists. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First off, I'm so sorry that this episode has taken so long. As life gets a little more hectic in the real world I'll be shifting towards fortnightly episodes. Hope you don't mind. With a cruel sense of irony, in this delayed episode, I'll be discussing The Irish Bulletin. A Republican newspaper that did not miss a single issue throughout the entire war. Go figure. It was vital to the war effort and written by an eclectic mix of fanatical Catholics, switched on secretaries and famous novelists. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E22 - Not The 1919 News

After successfully stopping conscription Sinn Fein and the Irish Volunteers started increasing pressure on the British. This led to an inevitable clash with the Royal Irish Constabulary.In this episode we investigate the RIC, looking at how Sinn Fein turned the public against them and how this was an integral first step towards all out hostility.Support the show through Patreon for bonus content and ad free listening!www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After successfully stopping conscription Sinn Fein and the Irish Volunteers started increasing pressure on the British. This led to an inevitable clash with the Royal Irish Constabulary.In this episode we investigate the RIC, looking at how Sinn Fein turned the public against them and how this was an integral first step towards all out hostility.Support the show through <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a> for bonus content and ad free listening!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E5 - Boy Oh Boy A Boycott

In this episode we discuss the founding of The Squad, the IRA's team of professional assassins, and look at how they botched their very fist mission. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we discuss the founding of The Squad, the IRA's team of professional assassins, and look at how they botched their very fist mission. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E20 - The Squad & The Dog

In this episode we go all West Wing on 1918 and look at the election that would completely transform the Irish political landscape. Finally, Sinn Fein move from the fringes to the forefront, while the IPP disappear into the history books.Support the show through Patreon for bonus content and ad free listening!www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we go all West Wing on 1918 and look at the election that would completely transform the Irish political landscape. Finally, Sinn Fein move from the fringes to the forefront, while the IPP disappear into the history books.Support the show through <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a> for bonus content and ad free listening!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E6 - On The Campaign Trail

In this episode we study the structure of the Irish Volunteers, charting how their increase aggression in 1918 and 1919 eventually led to a war finally kicking off. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we study the structure of the Irish Volunteers, charting how their increase aggression in 1918 and 1919 eventually led to a war finally kicking off. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E10 - Are We At War Yet?

In this episode we follow Eamon De Valera after his breakout from Lincoln Gaol. What does he do now that he can return to Ireland, well he decides to head off to the United States. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we follow Eamon De Valera after his breakout from Lincoln Gaol. What does he do now that he can return to Ireland, well he decides to head off to the United States. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E12 - Coming To America

Bobby Byrne

In this, the first of two episodes looking at the Limerick Soviet we follow how one angry postman kicked off a strange and short lived mini socialist state in Limerick. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this, the first of two episodes looking at the Limerick Soviet we follow how one angry postman kicked off a strange and short lived mini socialist state in Limerick. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E13 - The Breakout of Bobby Byrne

The War of Independence is finally kicking off. In this episode we look at the moment that's gone down (rightly or wrongly) as the first incident of the whole thing. We also investigate the difficulties in a decentralised military force like the Irish Volunteers/IRA and introduce some of the guys on the ground.  Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The War of Independence is finally kicking off. In this episode we look at the moment that's gone down (rightly or wrongly) as the first incident of the whole thing. We also investigate the difficulties in a decentralised military force like the Irish Volunteers/IRA and introduce some of the guys on the ground. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E11 - Going Solo

Sinn Fein had won the election and now it was time to start taking control of the country. Even if almost half of them were locked up. The First Dáil was the Irish Republic's first official step and would lead to all kinds of conflict...  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sinn Fein had won the election and now it was time to start taking control of the country. Even if almost half of them were locked up. The First Dáil was the Irish Republic's first official step and would lead to all kinds of conflict... Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E7 - The First Dáil

How does a small island go about defeating one of the biggest empires in the world? By outsmarting them, over and over again. In this episode, the first of three parts, we explore the the intelligence warfare of The War of Independence and the amazing women who were perfectly placed to spy on the British. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does a small island go about defeating one of the biggest empires in the world? By outsmarting them, over and over again. In this episode, the first of three parts, we explore the the intelligence warfare of The War of Independence and the amazing women who were perfectly placed to spy on the British. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E16 - Spying Secretaries

Wild. Studious. Angry. Playful. Friendly. Violent. Michael Collins was a series of contradictions. In this episode we explore the early life of Ireland's most famous accountant and one of the most interesting characters in this whole story.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wild. Studious. Angry. Playful. Friendly. Violent. Michael Collins was a series of contradictions. In this episode we explore the early life of Ireland's most famous accountant and one of the most interesting characters in this whole story. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E9 - The Big Fellow

This is the second part of our two part episode on the Limerick Soviet. After the death of Bobby Byrne things really kicked off, with Limerick creating it's own strange little socialist mini-state. There's one mess up of a sentence in there, 10 points to Gryffindor if you can spot it. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the second part of our two part episode on the Limerick Soviet. After the death of Bobby Byrne things really kicked off, with Limerick creating it's own strange little socialist mini-state. There's one mess up of a sentence in there, 10 points to Gryffindor if you can spot it. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E14 - Back In The USS Limerick

This week we finally introduce David Nelligan, one of the Irish Intelligence networks most successful spies and learn how Michael Collins convinced him to turn double agent. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we finally introduce David Nelligan, one of the Irish Intelligence networks most successful spies and learn how Michael Collins convinced him to turn double agent. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E19 - The Spy In The Castle

In this episode explore the formative years of Eamon de Valera – one of the most influential men in modern Irish history. From prayer boy to politician, we examine how a teacher from Limerick turned himself into the figurehead of the post-Rising rebel movement. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode explore the formative years of Eamon de Valera – one of the most influential men in modern Irish history. From prayer boy to politician, we examine how a teacher from Limerick turned himself into the figurehead of the post-Rising rebel movement. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E8 - The Long Fellow

In this episode we explore the nitty gritty of getting a government off the ground. You need propaganda, money and proof that you can run things smoothly. In 1919 the Dáil was working on all three. So strap in and get excited for government loans, court systems and more. Don't worry it's fascinating, trust me. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we explore the nitty gritty of getting a government off the ground. You need propaganda, money and proof that you can run things smoothly. In 1919 the Dáil was working on all three. So strap in and get excited for government loans, court systems and more. Don't worry it's fascinating, trust me. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E15 - Courts, Loans and the Counter State

In this, the second episode on the the Irish intelligence network we meet the men who became undercover operatives inside the G Division, as well as the amazing librarian who helped introduce them to Collins and his team. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this, the second episode on the the Irish intelligence network we meet the men who became undercover operatives inside the G Division, as well as the amazing librarian who helped introduce them to Collins and his team. Support The History of Ireland by donating to their Tip Jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/historyofireland</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S1E17 -  Librarians & G Men

The best podcast episodes about true crime. For any thrill seeking podcast listeners who just can't get enough of the captivating stories of murderers and criminals. This topic has all the best episodes from many different true crime podcasts.  Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Best True Crime Podcasts

The best podcast episodes of the most interesting stories and things. From skyping someone while they're in space, to tracking down and meeting a telephone scammer in person, to the story of a Galapagos. These episodes will keep you and all your friends entertained and captivated for hours. Learn something new in every episode! Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!