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    Candlelit Tales Irish Mythology Podcast

    We are a group of storytellers, performers, and musicians. We tell Irish myths to a live audience with live music.
    Candlelit Tales was founded by brother-sister storytelling duo Aron and Sorcha Hegarty. Driven by a passion for Irish mythology, we started retelling the stories to a near-empty room upstairs in a Dublin pub one rainy evening in November. The next week, the room was a lot less empty, and we were joined by musician Ru O’Sé. By the fourth week, the room was full, and so was the hall outside. We realised that when we share our passion, it becomes contagious. And we’ve been telling stories and playing music from that day to this.

    Since then, over the past five years of telling stories in the capital of this nation of storytellers, we have developed and refined our uniquely expressive, naturalistic and modern style. Live music is the heartbeat of all our performances, and a live original music score composed by a team of talented musicians drives the rhythm of the stories

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    Episode 173 - Mythic Places - Cailleach Chats Aug 25, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast, and back to this Mythic Places Series. In this series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. In this episode, we are talking about the Cailleach in all her gruesome glory. Spirit of winter, shape-shifter, maker of kings. The Cailleach is a powerful and terrifying figure, and she is the one who can really separate the men from the boys. This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. Triggers include mentions of violence, sexual violence, and death. https://www.youtube.com/c/CandlelitTales https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


    Episode 172 - Mythic Places - Loop Head - The Cailleach Aug 10, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast, and back to this Series. In this series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. This episode we are talking about the Cailleach again. The Cailleach Beara offered her love, and her longing to the youthful CuChulainn. If you go to the lighthouse at Loop Head in County Clare, you will see a stone stack off to the side of the cliff. It’s known to be the location where the Cailleach leapt after Cuchulainn, who was running away from her and fell to her death. The Story might hold more significance than you might first perceive. The King Nial of the Nine Hostages lay down with the Cailleach. The King had no problem being mature enough to see past her features and see her inner beauty. Could this mean more for the young boy warrior? The Greatest warrior of all time, Cuchulainn… was also a boy that never matured. And he certainly never slept with the Ceailleach. This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. Triggers include mentions of violence, sexual violence, and death.


    Episode 171 - Mythic Places - Loughcrew - The Cailleach Aug 03, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast, and back to this Series. In this series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. In this episode, we are climbing the hill, and then turning and climbing again, up to the cairns at Loughcrew. Dropped by the Cailleach as she leapt from hilltop to hilltop, gathering power to her. But who was the Cailleach? This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. Triggers include mentions of death, physical decay, and body horror. https://www.youtube.com/c/CandlelitTales https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


    Episode 170 - Mythic Places - - Three Bad Bitches - Post Show Chats Jul 28, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast, and back to this Series. In this series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. In this episode we have a special guest, Julie Lockey, to talk about the last three episodes, and the three bad bitches that appeared in them. From the Revenge of Sín, Becuma, and the one and only Macha aka the Morrigan aka the Goddess of Battle Rage… I think we have a trio of pretty awesome powerhouses. Ironically when these stories were written down these ladies were often portrayed as the villain or evil wrongdoers in the tale. Now in the age of the Anti-Hero and the female archetype is allowed to rise in all its glory, we have a look at the good the bad and the ugly side of these three stories. Find Julie online: Instagram - @MadamJooJoo Twitter - @LockeyJulie YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_gQecW0g5MFr4rhxNRRrA This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. Triggers include mentions of violence, sexual violence, incest, animal abuse or death, child abuse, and pregnancy-related issues. https://www.youtube.com/c/CandlelitTales https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


    Episode 169 - Mythic Places - Tara - Becuma Jul 20, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast. This series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. This story takes place during the reign of King Conn of the Hundred Battles, or Conn Céad Cathach. He ruled from Tara and was the High King of Ireland at the time, but this story is about his son, and how he manages to rid the land of a terrible blight, inflicted upon them by his fathers new young bride. A woman of the Sídh. A woman with a greedy gaze… If you know a place with an interesting tale, drop us a line and let us know and it could be featured in one of our Mythic Places stories! This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ This story was created by Aron and Sorcha Hegarty. We found a version we really liked in a book called ‘Legendary Ireland’ by Eithne Massey. This podcast was edited and produced by Alan Homan and Oisin Ryan, with music from Alan Homan. https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


    Episode 168 - Mythic Places - Navan Fort - Macha Jul 14, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast, and back to this Series on Mythic Places. In this series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. In this episode, we journey across the road and up the hill to Navan Fort, also known as Emain Macha. In the province of Armagh, Árd Mhacha, where Macha, Queen of the Nemedians, is buried, this fort was named either for the Twins of Macha (stillborn because of Conchubar Mac Nessa’s cruelty and pride) or the Brooch of Macha, with which she traced the outline of the walls. Either way, it is Macha’s place. This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. Triggers include mentions of violence, sexual violence, animal abuse, child abuse, child death, pregnancy and miscarriage. https://www.youtube.com/c/CandlelitTales https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249


    Episode 167 - Post Show Chats Mythic Places Giants Causeway & Blarney Jul 07, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast, and back to this Series. This series is about the mythic places all over Ireland. And in this episode, we are chatting about the first two episodes, The Giants Causeway and Blarney. Aron and Sorcha are in the “shoffice” again chatting about the beauty of these places, and the stories that go along with two of Ireland's most iconic and sought-after places. We were a bit giddy in this episode, but bear with us, we think we made some good points! We talk about the difficulty in telling a story that is linked with history and honouring the place, which Sorcha found tricky to contend with for the Blarney episode, contrasted to Aron’s story of the Giants Causeway which we have both told numerous times. We love to hear from you, so do let us know what thoughts you’ve had and as always, thanks for listening. This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ #candlelittales #candlelittalespodcast #keepherlit #keephercandlelit #storytelling #livemusic #mythology #irishmythology #patreon #thankyou #subscribe #youtube #spotify #amazon https://www.youtube.com/c/CandlelitTales https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


    Episode 166 - Mythic Places - Iconic Ireland - Newgrange And Aenghus Óg Jun 29, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast. This series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. This is the story of one of Ireland best known burial cheers. Newgrange is said to have housed the beloved dead of those that knew Boann and the Dagda well. The Majesty of the place can not be argued with. The winter solstice sunrise miraculously lights up the burial chamber deep below. This is the story of how Angus Óg, came about staying there for good. If you know a place with an interesting tale, drop us a line and let us know and it could be featured in one of our Mythic Places stories! This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ This story was created by Aron and Sorcha Hegarty. We found a version we really liked in a book called ‘Legendary Ireland’ by Eithne Massey. This podcast was edited and produced by Alan Homan and Oisin Ryan, with music from Alan Homan. #candlelittales #candlelittalespodcast #keepherlit #keephercandlelit #storytelling #livemusic #mythology #irishmythology #mythicalireland #patreon #thankyou #subscribe #youtube #spotify #amazon https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


    TEST PODCAST FOR AUDIO Jun 15, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast, and back to this Series. This episode is simply a tester! Aron has a new (ish) laptop and the mic set up needed a bit of tweaking. Alan Homan is helping us get the post production and uploading of the podcast done at the moment, as Oisin has been called to Tír na nÓg again. He’s still helping out through the veil, but we have to test a few things while he’s away. Our next podcast will be released later today, episode 166 - the Revenge of Sín. So stay tuned for another story coming very soon. This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ #candlelittales #candlelittalespodcast #keepherlit #keephercandlelit #storytelling #livemusic #mythology #irishmythology #patreon #thankyou #subscribe #youtube #spotify #amazon https://www.youtube.com/c/CandlelitTales https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


    Episode 165 - Mythic Places - Tara - The Revenge Of Sín Jun 13, 2022
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    Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales Podcast. Tickets for our upcoming Game at Crinniu na nÓg: https://cruinniu.creativeireland.gov.ie/event/cruthu-reimagined/ Tickets for our live podcast in the Lighthouse: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/candlelit-tales-live-podcast-midsummer-the-stories-and-the-chats-tickets-337053775917 This series, we’re taking a look at some of the most iconic locations in Ireland, and the stories and myths attached to them. In this episode, Aron tells us the story of ‘The Revenge of Sín’, a story based in Tara. There are many tales about Tara, where the High King of Ireland ruled from. We chose this because it shows a connection to the land that is not in all the stories. The well being of the land would reflect how the King was the rightful ruler. If the land was sick or there was a plague, it was thought to be the fault of the ruler. This story shows the two sides of that coin, and it has at its centre a woman of the Sídh that caused havoc when she took the throne next to Conn Cead Cathach. If you know a place with an interesting tale, drop us a line and let us know and it could be featured in one of our Mythic Places stories! This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ This story was created by Aron and Sorcha Hegarty. We found a version we really liked in a book called ‘Legendary Ireland’ by Eithne Massey. This podcast was edited and produced by Alan Homan and Oisin Ryan, with music from Alan Homan. #candlelittales #candlelittalespodcast #keepherlit #keephercandlelit #storytelling #livemusic #mythology #irishmythology #mythicalireland #patreon #thankyou #subscribe #youtube #spotify #amazon https://open.spotify.com/show/2102WuUUe9Jl6cGXNwQEKf https://soundcloud.com/candlelittales https://twitter.com/candlelit_tales?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/candlelittales https://www.instagram.com/candlelittales https://vimeo.com/user52850249 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/00d5c29b-ee1a-4078-aacf-62e1a94522dc/candlelit-tales-irish-mythology-podcast


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