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

Jane Austen: 250 Years On

17 hours ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Early Medieval Manuscripts

7 days ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

From That Small Island: The Story of the Irish

15 days ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

85 Years On: Operation Dynamo and the Battle of Dunkirk

22 days ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Celebrating 10 Years of Marriage Equality in Ireland

a month ago - 54 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Best of May Books

a month ago - 54 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Ernest Shackleton: A Life

This week Patrick and a panel of Polar experts, historians and biographers explore the life and legacy of Ernest Shackleton. Joining Patrick on the panel are: Michael Smith, Author of 'Shackleton: By Endurance We Conquer', Trevor Cornfold, Chairman, The Polar Postal History Society of Great Britain, Charlotte Connolly, Curator, The Polar Museum, Cambridge, Camilla Nichol, Chief Executive, The United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust, Kevin Kelly, Director, Athy Heritage Centre - Shackleton Museum and Professor Julian Dowdeswell, Director, Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge. no-nb_bldsa_1c053 001