Podcasts

Tipperary People and Places Lecture Series

Des is an annual speaker at the Tipperary People and Places Lecture Series and needs no introduction to anybody interested in Tipperary local history. He taught in St. Anne’s secondary school in Tipperary town. He is a founder member of…

During the First World War, Tipperary Military Barracks had two very different roles. In 1914-15, the 49th Brigade was trained there for service on the Western Front. Then, from 1916, Tipperary was a place where efforts were made to undo…

During the early years of the state, voters made their opinions clear on issues and politicians, often in verse, sometimes insightful and always amusing. “I’m a dutiful citizen, a vote I have got, Which I’m casting with judgement and care,…

The talk is based on a close study of the reports of homicides committed in Co. Tipperary from various sources, particularly the Outrage Reports in the National Archives and contemporary newspapers circulating in the county. It will concentrate in particular…

When Bridget Cleary was burned to death in Ballyvadlea, near Cloneen, in 1895, some of her relatives and neighbours said she had gone away with the fairies. Did they expect to be believed, or what did they mean? Angela Bourke,…

Fr John Barry (1841-1920), a priest of Cashel archdiocese, was a controversial figure. While serving in Canada, he was dismissed by the archbishop of Toronto; on returning to Ireland he was forced to enter Clonmel workhouse. His testament is among…

A look at the process of national self-definition in the context of our Gaelic tradition, Colonial Theatre and National Theatre. Did Tipperary have a contribution to make? Nancy Leahy MA - Retired from St. Anne's Secondary School Tipperary Town. She…