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Listening to Irish Pagan Podcasts

Irish Pagan Podcasts

Posted on July 13, 2019July 13, 2019 by Lora O'Brien

These are not all Irish Pagan Podcasts specifically, but they will be of interest to those who want to authentically connect to Irish Paganism, and they do raise Irish voices offering quality historical and cultural information. Story Archaeology Podcast Uncovering the layers of Irish Mythology.  On this site, you will find a regular podcast and articles about…

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Beltane - Bealtaine Traditions in Irish Folklore

Beltane – Bealtaine Traditions in Irish Folklore

Posted on April 22, 2019September 25, 2019 by Lora O'Brien

Beltane is the anglicised version of our Irish word Bealtaine – still in use and meaning ‘the month of May’ in our own language. Bealtaine is mentioned in some of the earliest Irish literature, and it is associated with important events in Irish mythology. Irish folklore still holds the legacy of the traditions and customs…

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Irish Folklore - Cutting Ones Nails

Irish Folklore – The Nails

Posted on January 11, 2019January 11, 2019 by Lora O'Brien

As any witch will know, you take good care of where your hair and nails end up. And with whom. So here’s some advice from the native Irish Folklore tradition on best practices around your own nail care. Avoid cutting your nails on Sunday. it is thought that whoever does so is followed closely by…

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