101 Years Young

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Join me as I chat with my Granda, Micheál, who is 101 years young. With a lifetime of stories to tell, he takes us back to the rare aul times—reflecting on life in Dublin, work, home, and family, all told in his own words. This is 101 Years Young. Original music composed and recorded by James Darcy © 2026

  1. “I’d get a kick in the ankle from Harry." 'Take your foot off the bloody clutch!'

    9 Jun

    “I’d get a kick in the ankle from Harry." 'Take your foot off the bloody clutch!'

    Micheál tells us all about how he first learned to drive, all the cars he’s owned and the road trips he’s taken with the family around Ireland.

    35 min

  2. 30 May

    “The next thing John Wayne comes out and I tell ye James, he was a big man”

    We're back for another chat with my Granda, Micheál. In this episode, he talks about his early work life, starting out as a skilled shoe maker, accidentally appearing in a Hollywood picture, laying eyes on the one and only John Wayne and moving on to Premier Dairies as a milk man, working with a pregnant horse. Thank you for continuing to tune in to this podcast. We hope it brings you a bit of laughter and a lot of comfort. I am really enjoying learning about my Granda's life and I hope that you are too.

    39 min

  3. 15 May

    "Me Father often said when go into a pub, never talk about politics or religion"

    Micheál takes us back to Dublin in the rare aul times. In this episode, we chat about how Dublin’s fair city has changed and how it was back in the day. Join us as we hear his views on politics, Michael Collins, The Irish War of Independence.

    33 min

  4. 10 May

    "Me Mother Was a Lovely Woman She Was a Great Woman She Was"

    In this episode, Micheál reflects on his memories of his parents and life in Dublin in the rare aul' times.

    28 min

  5. Episode 1

    "I'm 101 Now"

    Welcome to 101 Years Young. Happy Birthday Granda! My Granda, Mícheál turned 101 today and we sat down with him for a moment to ask him how it feels to be 101 years young. Join us over the next few weeks as Mícheál tells us stories from his wonderfully long life, reflecting on family, work, life in Dublin and fighting through hard times. This is 101 Years Young.

    3 min
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Join me as I chat with my Granda, Micheál, who is 101 years young. With a lifetime of stories to tell, he takes us back to the rare aul times—reflecting on life in Dublin, work, home, and family, all told in his own words. This is 101 Years Young. Original music composed and recorded by James Darcy © 2026

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  • Creator
    James Darcy
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
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  • Copyright
    © James Darcy
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