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

Roman Emperor Septimius Severus

a day ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Oscar Wilde: His Rise And Fall

8 days ago - 49 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

The History of Gladiators

15 days ago - 48 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

The Fall Of The Berlin Wall

22 days ago - 50 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Best of November Books

a month ago - 49 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Bram Stoker and The Petty Sessions

a month ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Oscar Wilde: His Rise And Fall

From Decadence To Despair: in this episode we discuss how Oscar Wilde went from the heights of literary fame to the depths of public scandal, as we debate his remarkable legacy. Joining Patrick Geoghegan is Caoimhe Ní Ghormáin, Manuscripts Curator, the Library of Trinity College Dublin; Martin Burns, creative director, Oscar Wilde House; and Jarlath Killeen, Head of the School of English at Trinity College Dublin.