The Storyteller Part 2

The Almanac of Ireland by RTÉ

Aug 20, 20230:16:22Society & Culture

Celebrated contemporary storyteller Dr. Martin Shaw recounts an ancient Irish myth. // Presented by Manchán Magan and produced by Colette Kinsella. Production assistance by Ronan Kelly. A Red Hare Media production for RT...

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