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Ireland Talks Podcast

Ireland Talks Podcast

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In each episode of the podcast Kevin Byrne is joined by some well know artists, actors and sometimes not so well known guests to discuss there life experiences. If you have a story that you would like to chat to us about please get in touch by email studio@irelandtalkspodcast.ie

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  • Episode 25 Jonathon Bernstein:Author of What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome: The Authorized Biography of Justin Townes Earle
    Jan 24 2026

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    In this edition of the Ireland Talks Podcast, we speak with music journalist and author Jon Bernstein, whose writing has appeared in Rolling Stone, The Guardian, GQ, and The Village Voice.

    Jon joins us to discuss What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome: The Authorized Biography of Justin Townes Earle, a deeply researched and compassionate portrait of one of the most compelling voices in modern Americana. We talk about Justin’s music, his artistic evolution, his relationship with his father Steve Earle, and the wider myths surrounding addiction, masculinity, and the troubadour life.

    It’s a thoughtful conversation about songwriting, legacy, and what it means to tell an artist’s story with honesty after their passing.

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    33 mins
  • Episode 24 Kevin Conneff formerly of the Chieftains and now member of the Dublin Trio
    Dec 19 2025

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    The Chieftains may be no more, but Kevin Conneff, the man whose voice and bodhrán have been a mainstay of the band’s sound, is carrying on the tradition with the customary spring in his step.

    The Dublin Trio is a brand new ensemble featuring Conneff, guitarist Tony Byrne, and piper, whistle, and accordion player Joe McKenna.

    All three have strong pedigrees, and this collaboration bears the hallmarks of musicians whose appetites for adventure and exploration remain as hearty as ever.

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    53 mins
  • Episode 23 Singer Songwriter Eamon Brady
    Oct 30 2025

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    In this addition of the Podcast, Kevin sits down with Eamon Brady — a gifted singer-songwriter, producer, sideman, and lecturer — to talk about his musical journey and the stories behind his upcoming debut album, Half-Light.

    Eamon opens up about what it means to balance creativity with collaboration, how teaching shapes his songwriting, and what listeners can expect from Half-Light — an album that’s as honest as it is sonically rich.

    Tune in for an inspiring conversation with one of Ireland’s most thoughtful and multifaceted musicians.



    https://www.instagram.com/eamonbrady/

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    https://music.apple.com/ie/album/our-hands/1834387124?i=1834387125

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    55 mins
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