The Ballad Lounge Podcast
By Rory Makem; Máirtín de Cógáin
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Episodes: 17
Description
Looking for the best Irish music podcast? Welcome to The Ballad Lounge! Join musicians Rory Makem and Máirtín de Cógáin as they explore the stories behind traditional Irish ballads and Celtic folk songs. Each episode blends Irish history with musicology, tracking a single song's journey through time. Featuring deep dives into Irish folklore and interviews with legendary folk troubadours. If you love traditional Irish music and Celtic history, grab a cupán tae, pull up a chair, and subscribe to join the session!
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Amazing Grace
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Aug 14, 2026 |
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An Poc ar Buile
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May 01, 2026 |
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Interview with Bryan Murphy - the Voice of North Kerry live from the Joanie Madden Folk 'n' Irish Cruise
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Apr 09, 2026 |
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An interview with Gerry Timlin of Co. Tyrone.
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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A lovely chat with the Roscommon rambler Cathy Jordan of Dervish
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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Rebel Songs, Part 5: God Save Ireland
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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Rebel Songs, Part 4: Song from the Backwoods
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Feb 11, 2026 |
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The Holly Bears a Berry - A Christmas Ballad
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Dec 18, 2025 |
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A lovely chat with Belfast Balladeer Séamus Kennedy
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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An Interview with the Great Cork Singer Donie Carroll
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Nov 20, 2025 |
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Rebel Songs, Part 3: Carrigdhoun
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Rebels Songs, Part 2: The Rising of the Moon
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Rebel Songs, Part 1: The Wind that Shakes the Barley
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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Whiskey in the Jar
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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I'll Tell My Ma
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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The Moonshiner
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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The Black Velvet Band
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Sep 17, 2025 |