#161 Ireland's Little Ark
In an era of religious oppression, one Irish priest found a way to circumvent the laws and inspire his congregation on the Loop Head Peninsu...
Radio and PodcastLive Radio & PodcastsSociety & Culture
Irish Fireside
The Podcast on Irish Travel, Irish Customs and All Things Irish. We take you to some of the best Irish towns and villages. As we explore Ireland's most popular destinations, we offer our sug...
Episodes
20 of 185 episodes#160 The Glory of Holycross
Holycross didn't always have that name... until the arrival of a relic of the True Cross arrived it was known as the Church of the Eight Han...
#159 The Pietà in the Bog
In the tiny village of Kilcormac, there's a holy statue that has been safeguarded by the locals for hundreds of years. It has survived relig...
#158 The Secrets of Timahoe
In this episode I introduce you to a bit of the history and charms of Timahoe, County Laois, and sites nearby. If you go off the beaten path...
#157 Downloading Offline Google Maps for Navigation in Ireland - AUDIO VERSION
Whether it's because you don't have an international plan for your smartphone or you simply hit a deadzone, it's a good idea to download loc...
#156 Four Ways to Access the Internet in Ireland
We've grown accustomed to around-the-clock internet access in our daily lives. That doesn't necessarily have to change when we travel in Ire...
#155 - Tips for choosing a rental car in Ireland
Here are my tips for choosing the right car rental company when planning your trip to Ireland.
Old Irish Traditions That Survive in Modern Ireland with Felicity Hayes-McCoy
This special episode come from the Traveling in Ireland Podcast with Jody Halsted. I thought Irish Firesiders might enjoy the tales and tidb...
#154 Using Your Smartphone and Tablet in Ireland
We've gotten used to carrying the internet in our pocket, but when it comes to mobile phones and tablets abroad, there are few things every...
Nollaig Shona Duit
Lullaby for Caoilte is our Christmas tradition here at the Irish Fireside. Enjoy. FYI: Nollaig shona dhuit=Happy Christmas in Irish In the s...
#153 A Daily Dose of Ireland with Alexa and the Amazon Echo
A video version of this episode is available at http://irishfireside.com/2017/06/18/153-daily-dose-ireland-alexa-amazon-echo-audio-video/ ....
#152 Medications and Your Trip to Ireland
Whether it’s prescriptions or over-the-counter, you’ll need to know how to pack them, what you can bring, where you can get more, and what t...
#151 Powering Your Electronics in Ireland - Audio
Whether it’s your phone, tablet, laptop, curling iron, or sleep apnea machine, here’s a look at how you can power up all your devices while...
#150 Introducing Irish Fireside Travel Tip Episodes - Audio
I’m launching a series of quick, rough and ready podcast episodes that cover specific Irish travel questions.
SPECIAL: Ireland's Airports with Ireland Family Vacations and the Irish Fireside
Today Corey visits Jody Halsted and Ireland Family Vacations to discuss the ins and outs of Ireland's airports.
#149 Budgeting for Meals and Miscellaneous Expenses in Ireland with Stephanie Chastain
Our efforts to anwer Brian's question about budgeting for a trip to Ireland continue with Stephanie Chastain from Infinite Ireland as we foc...
#148 The Best Irish Castles for Kids with Jody Halsted - Audio
Jody Halsted answers Max's question about choosing the best castles for kids in Ireland.
#147 What Sites Can I See Outside of Dublin Without a Car? – Featuring Pól Ó Conghaile – AUDIO
Pól Ó Conghaile answers Terry's question about seeing sites outside of the Capital without renting a car... "We’ll be in Dublin this Septemb...
#146 What is tax free and duty free shopping in Ireland?
Michele Erdvig sheds some light on a topic that can save tourists some serious cash on their purchases in Ireland.
#145 How Much Does Accommodation Cost in Ireland? – AUDIO
Stephanie Chastain returns to talk about the various accommodation options available and how much you should set aside in your budget.