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

Ireland & The Death Penalty

7 days ago - 54 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

The Oscars: The Early Days

14 days ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

40 Years On: Contraceptives Legalised In Ireland

a month ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Peter The Great

a month ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

The Princes In The Tower

a month ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Best of January Books

2 months ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Bank of Ireland marks 240 years

In this episode of Talking History, Patrick Geoghegan reflects on 240 years of the Bank of Ireland, the milestones in its history, its governors, and how the old parliament building in College Green came into the possession of the bank. He's joined by Newstalk Business Editor Joe Lynam; John McGrath, premises manager, Bank of Ireland; and Mick O’Farrell, employee with Bank of Ireland and published historian.