Podcasts

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

This unique and lively history show delves into some of the world's most important political, social and cultural events and the intriguing personalities behind them. Presented by Dr Patrick Geoghegan of Trinity College Dublin, Talking History unravels the gritty, sometimes uncomfortable, side of our past, and what we can learn from it.

Latest episodes

Thomas Cromwell: His Final Years

6 days ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

The Irish Lumières

13 days ago - 50 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Daniel O'Connell: 250 Years On

18 days ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

How The Free State Won The Irish Civil War

a month ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Best of June Books

a month ago - 48 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Jane Austen: 250 Years On

2 months ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Antonín Dvořák: A Life

This week Patrick and an esteemed panel of musicians, historians and biographers explore the life and cultural legacy of celebrated Czech composer Antonin Dvorak. Joining Patrick on the panel are: Dr Wolfgang Mark, Associate Professor in Musicology, University College Dublin, Dr Patrick Devine, retired Music Lecturer at NUI Maynooth, Dr Michael Beckerman, Author of 'Dvorak and His World' and David R. Beveridge, Author of 'Rethinking Dvorak'.