Jarlath Regan presents An Irishman Abroad - 3 diverse weekly podcasts featuring the greatest Irish people of all time talking about their lives, politics, health, wellness and everything in between. Along with regular contributors Sonia O’Sullivan (Irishman Running Abroad) and Marion McKeone (Irishman In America), these podcasts are renowned for the depth and quality of its long form interviews. Previous guests include Brian O’Driscoll, Sir Bob Geldof, Tommy Tiernan, Aisling Bea, Hozier, Sarah Silverman, John C. Reilly, Paul McGrath, Boy George, Paul Mescal, Sharon Horgan, Lisa Hannigan and Dylan Moran. To hear access the full back catalogue of hundreds of interviews dating back to 2013 and to unlock the full version of each weekly episode visit Patreon.com/irishmanabroad. An Irishman Abroad is a winner of iTunes Store’s Best New Audio Podcast. The series has been featured in iTunes’ ”Best of” lists, Soundcloud and Podbean’s Most Popular Podcasts lists in multiple years. Recommended by The Guardian, Hot Press, Huffington Post, Telegraph, Times, BBC, RTE and Podfather himself, Marc Maron.
Episodes
Sunday Mar 15, 2015
Sunday Mar 15, 2015
This week actor and founder of Clowns without Borders Ireland, Jonathan Gunning, talks about his journey which took him from battling a crippling shyness to performing in front of hundreds of children in war-torn countries with the simple aim of putting a smile on their faces. Jonathan discusses his training and experiences at the world-famous Jacques Lecoq physical theatre school in Paris, why the character of the clown is one of the most difficult to perfect and his experience with a terminally ill boy that changed everything for him.
From learning his trade as an actor to working closely with children who have forgotten how to be children Jonathan's story is one that must be heard.
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Sunday Mar 08, 2015
Sunday Mar 08, 2015
This week comedian Stewart Lee talks about finding his Irish heritage and a surprising discovery that he almost made in the process. Stewart's story of how he became independent in his career is a fascinating one and this week he talks to Jarlath about the challenges which face the modern comedian while also speaking openly about the contemporary appraisal and reception of comedy.
Stewart also talks about directing Olivier Award-winning musical 'Jerry Springer: The Opera' and receiving 65,000 complaints, why he wrote to a Liberal Democratic MP about Channel 4's commission to write a sitcom set during the Irish famine, business models in comedy and the impact of free content on the creator. Whether you're a fan of his work or not, it's a fascinating discussion with one of the most polarizing characters in show business.
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Sunday Mar 01, 2015
Sunday Mar 01, 2015
This week singer-songwriter Damien Dempsey joins Jarlath in a heartfelt chat about the journey which has seen him become one of Ireland's most well-respected musical talents. Damien talks about being bullied for being an extrovert, his struggle with confidence, the process of writing powerful lyrics, how he and Glen Hansard ended up having a session with Bruce Springsteen and the circumstances which led to him forming a close relationship to his now long-time producer John Reynolds.
Damien speaks frankly about his frustrations with his homeland, the sense of freedom that he experienced in New York before moving to London and how he draws hope from all the struggles in Ireland at the minute.
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Sunday Feb 22, 2015
Sunday Feb 22, 2015
This week personal chef to the stars and catering entrepreneur, Gavan Murphy, joins Jarlath to discuss his journey which took him from Tralee to Hollywood. Gavan talks about the moment Cindy Crawford changed his life forever, learning his craft at the world famous Ballymaloe Cookery School, his struggle with food in boarding school and how he fell in love with the chaos of the kitchen in Martha's Vineyard.
Jarlath gets a rare insight into the world of supermodel diets from one of the hottest personal chefs in the business. It's a must listen for anyone with aspirations to start their own business or a love/hate relationship with food.
Don't forget to checkout 'The Healthy Irishman' blog at www.gavanmurphy.com
An Irishman Abroad is brought to you by Currency Fair. We are delighted to announce Currency Fair as the official partner of the podcast. To get great exchange rates and to avoid ridiculous bank and broker charges when transferring money to anywhere in the world go to currencyfair.com. Get updates on future episodes and live shows by following @jarlath on Twitter, visiting www.jigser.com or email the show directly on irishmanabroadpodcast@gmail.com.
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Sunday Feb 15, 2015
Sunday Feb 15, 2015
Former middle-distance runner Ronnie Delany is one of Ireland's true sporting greats. As part of the legendary four-minute miler club Ronnie boasts an exceptional win rate and in this week's episode he discusses how he still learned from the few races in which he didn't place at all. Ronnie invited Jarlath into his home to discuss his world records, how racing his brother home from school eventually led him to training with Jumbo Elliot at the renowned Villanova University, how he almost missed out on the Olympics and the strategy through which he subsequently won gold.
Ronnie also discusses hiding one's aspirations, keeping elite athletic company, being so fast that he was booed at Madison Square Garden and the regrets that he has despite having had such a wonderful life.
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Sunday Feb 08, 2015
Sunday Feb 08, 2015
Keith Gillespie has seen his fair share of ups and downs, from the extreme highs of playing for Manchester United and Northern Ireland to the terrible lows of gambling addiction, bankruptcy and deceit.
Keith opens up about one of the darkest times of his life where he was victim to a false accusation of rape which saw him spend time in a Spanish jail. He also gives his view on the Ched Evans case and talks about the implications that time had on his later life. Keith also talks in detail about his crippling gambling addiction which once saw him lose £47,000 in one afternoon.
Download this episode now to also hear the conclusion of his search for justice for the man who once stole half a million pounds from him, how Alex Ferguson handles negotiation talks and how Kevin Keegan had to pay off his bookie.
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Sunday Feb 01, 2015
Sunday Feb 01, 2015
Without Graham Linehan there would be no Father Ted, The IT Crowd, Black Books or Irishman Abroad podcast. Having first appeared all the way back in August 2013 in episode 1, this week he chatted with Jarlath in front of a packed Museum of Comedy in London. Download it now to hear Graham speak candidly on a variety of previously untouched topics such as the controversial cancellation of The Walshes, the U.S. problem with his work and why The Simpsons stopped being funny.
Graham also talks about the reasons behind writers procrastinating, the art of sitcom writing, his regrets regarding his approaches to the opposite sex, spotting the right actors for a role and that moment of bliss when a scene finally comes together.
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Sunday Jan 25, 2015
Sunday Jan 25, 2015
Just three years ago former rugby player Shane Horgan lifted the Heineken Cup with Leinster having previously represented both Ireland and the British and Irish Lions. Today Shane is a trainee solicitor in London and he joins Jarlath on the show this week to discuss the path that took him here.
Shane opens up about how he doubted whether he wanted Ireland to succeed without him having being dropped from the Irish team just ahead of them winning the Grand Slam before explaining why he believes Paul Kimmage should leave no stone unturned when it comes to investigating drugs in rugby.
From discussions about facing up to Jonah Lomu, obsessive behaviour in sportspeople, comparing the money in rugby versus soccer to the role of parents in sports this chat covers it all.
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Sunday Jan 18, 2015
Sunday Jan 18, 2015
Michael Redmond is best known for his role as Father Stone in Father Ted having also appeared in Brass Eye and Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle. Over the last thirty years Michael has made his name on stage as a stand up comic in the UK. This week he talks to Jarlath about what topics he believes should or should not be joked about, how he once quit comedy before returning and starting from scratch, the response to Father Ted in it's early days and how a rain mac gave him comfort on stage.
Michael also discusses why he believes some people like to be offended, his experiences of having his jokes stolen and in the course of this conversation Jarlath also uncovers what would really push this mild-mannered man over the edge.
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Sunday Jan 11, 2015
Sunday Jan 11, 2015
Today Peter Breen is the PRO for the International Cricket Council in Dubai. And while he was the public relations officer for Leinster Rugby during their journey from rags to riches, this is not strictly an episode about sport. Peter tells the story of how one of Ireland's most legendary sports teams grew from almost nothing to becoming a Goliath over the course of ten years due to hard graft and determination. From players getting togged out of the back of cars pitch side, to being one of the most dominant rugby clubs in the world this is a fascinating story of one of the lesser discussed areas within sports.
Aside from his career, as a nine year old boy Peter was one of the lucky survivors of the Hillsborough disaster and this week he discusses the events as they unfolded and how it changed his life forever.
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