Bridget: Saint, Goddess, Myth

This month marks the official start of spring in Ireland and to mark it Naomi and Tim discuss the figure of Bridget, Brigid or Bríd. A goddess in Gaelic times who became Christianised into Saint Bridget, the stories about this figure reveal fascinating details about the society that produced them. A bonus Halfpint debrief episode is available here for Patreon supporters: Here are links to some podcasts we mentioned in the episode that have delived into Bridget and her legacy in Ireland: The Irish History Podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/7frXuuvc…bERYSyD5yP-crldw Talking History: open.spotify.com/episode/7LY4tBxJ…l0SuqBjCppl0miww

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Bridget: Saint, Goddess, Myth is an episode from The Irish Passport by The Irish Passport.

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This episode was published on Feb 23, 2026.

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