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12 hr ago

Ireland’s Magdalene Laundries: Why Were Women Locked Away? [The Shepherds' Secrets 1]

This episode includes survivor testimony and references to abuse. Nothing is described in graphic detail. Why were tens of thousands of Irish women detained in Magdalene Laundries, often sent there by the people they trusted most? Most never received a sentence. Many never left. In the opening episode of a three part series, The Shepherds' Secrets, I explore how this system took hold in Ireland through the history of the Good Shepherd Laundry in Waterford. From its origins as a lay-run rescue asylum for women who worked in prostitution, I trace its transformation under religious control into an institution of high walls, barred windows and forced labour. At the heart of this history are the women themselves. Through the stories of ‘Alice C.’, Maureen Sullivan and ‘Nancy S.’, I ask why Irish society treated women, particularly working-class women, so appallingly and how families, religious orders and the state sustained this system for generations. Credits and Links Thanks to Maureen Sullivan and Dr Elizabeth Riordan-Coppin for their time and permission to use their interviews. Written, produced and narrated by Fin Dwyer. Audio Editor: Kate Dunlea The interviews with Maureen Sullivan and Dr Elizabeth Riordan-Coppin used in this series were recorded by Dr Jennifer O'Mahoney as part of the Waterford Memories Project. Thanks to the many people who were interviewed for this series: Professor Katherine O'Donnell, Dr Claire McGettrick born Lorraine Hughes, John Spencer, Dr Sarah-Anne Buckley, Dr Claire McGettrick & Professor Leanne McCormick and Professor James M. Smith. A particular thanks to Dr Jennifer O'Mahoney. Additional Research: Liam Costello Additional Interviews: Stephanie Lord Voice Actor: Therese Murray Sound: Sam Blanche and Dakota Venn Keane. With thanks to Dawn Kenny. Artwork: Jenni Cooney - The Creative Pocket. Thanks to Joanne Rothwell of Waterford City & County Archives. Made possible by listeners who support the Irish History Podcast at www.patreon.com/irishhistory Resources and sources To find out more about Magdalene Laundries check out https://jfmresearch.com & https://www.waterfordmemories.com/survivors. If you are a survivor of Magdalene Laundries this is an excellent research guide https://jfmresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/Research-Guide-for-Magdalene-Survivors_April-2025.pdf If you are a relative of a survivor, living or deceased this guide is extremely useful. Research Guide for relatives of Survivors https://jfmresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/Research-Guide_Relatives_April-2025.pdf Sources mentioned in the episode Maureen Sullivan’s autobiography Girl in the Tunnel: My Story of Love and Loss as a Survivor of the Magdalene Laundries https://www.irishacademicpress.ie/product/girl-in-the-tunnel/ Full interview with Maureen: https://www.waterfordmemories.com/survivors Full interview with ‘Nancy’ by Dr Sinead Pembroke available here https://jfmresearch.com/home/oralhistoryproject/transcripts/survivors/nancy-shannon/Terminology Words can make all the difference The way we discuss this part of our history has changed dramatically in recent decades. We all make mistakes but this document has interesting explainers as to why terms still in use can cause hurt. https://www.universityofgalway.ie/media/unescochildandfamilyresearchcentre/2023/Language-&-Terminology-Report--Web.pdf Policy on Naming Survivors Unless given express permission no survivor of a Magdalene Laundry, living or deceased, was identified in this series. While this history remained secret for decades and there is still major obstacles to accessing archival sources, protecting individuals privacy is still paramount. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 days ago

The Charge of the Light Brigade: Outbreak of The Crimean War (Part 1)

What caused the outbreak of the Crimean War in spring 1854? Who were the glamorous cavalry commanders responsible for ordering and leading the Charge of the Light Brigade? And, why was this great calamity so gloriously enshrined in the minds of the Victorian public? Join Tom and Dominic as they launch into the Crimean War; one of the most extraordinary conflicts in all world history. An innovatively modern war, still fought by sabre-waving men on horseback clad in sumptuous uniforms. A story rife with colourful characters and shocking mishaps, climaxing in the Charge of the Light Brigade. Give The Rest Is History Club this Christmas + free T-shirt! Treat yourself or a fellow fan to a membership: bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to series, newsletters, and more. To read our new newsletter, sign up at: ⁠⁠therestishistory.com/newsletters⁠⁠_______ Advertise with us: ⁠Partnerships@goalhanger.com⁠ _______ Sign up to Revolut at revolut.com/trih and get £20 when you spend. 18+, end date 30/06/2027 and promotion T&C's apply. Revpoints T&C's apply. _______ This episode is sponsored by Anthropic, the team behind Claude. Try Claude for free today at http://claude.ai/restishistory. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 day ago

Intelligence Scoop: How Nvidia’s CEO Fell for a Suspected Chinese Spy

Did the CEO of one of the world’s most valuable companies just get honeytrapped by a Chinese spy? And why did the White House know for a year, and do nothing? Listen as David and Gordon tell the inside story of whether the Nvidia CEO, Jenson Huang, was honeytrapped by a Chinese spy. ------------------- Sign-up for our free newsletter where producer Becki takes you behind the scenes of the show: therestisclassified.com/newsletter ------------------- Give The Declassified Club this Christmas. Treat yourself or a fellow fan to a membership: bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to series, newsletter, and more. Annual gifts come with a special edition T-shirt. ------------------- Get a 10% discount on business PCs, printers and accessories using the code TRIC10. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://HP.com/CLASSIFIED⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. T&C's apply. ------------------- Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠therestisclassified@goalhanger.com⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@restisclassified⁠ Video Editor: Joe Pettit Social Producer: Emma Jackson Trainee Assistant Producer: Rachel White Producer: Becki Hills Head of History: Dom Johnson Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 days ago

411. Lawrence of Arabia: The Truth Behind The Legend (Part 1)

The 1962 cinematic masterpiece is considered one of the best films of all time, but who was the real Lawrence of Arabia? A geeky and unconventional soldier, the young T.E. Lawrence was obsessed with Crusaders and wanted to be a hero. He would become one, both in his lifetime and on screen after his death, so why is he so controversial in The Middle East today? In Episode 1 of this series, Anita Anand and William Dalrymple are joined by Anthony Sattin, author of The Young T. E. Lawrence, to discuss Lawrence’s early life. Give The Empire Club this Christmas! Treat yourself or a fellow fan to a membership: bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to series, newsletters, and more. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/EMPIRE. Email: empire@goalhanger.com Instagram: @empirepoduk Blue Sky: @empirepoduk X: @empirepoduk Assistant Producer: Imogen Marriott Editor: Charlie Rodwell Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Producer: Anouska Lewis Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 days ago

Ötzi the Iceman

In 1991, two German tourists stumbled upon Europe’s oldest known natural human mummy on the border between Italy and Austria. Nicknamed Ötzi after the Ötztal Alps where he was found, he lived some 5,300 years ago in the Copper Age. With his extraordinarily preserved body and array of artefacts, he has provided unique insights into some of the mysteries of our collective past. But just what is it that we have learned from Ötzi? What sort of life – and death – did he have? And what more might he have yet to tell us? This is a Short History Of Ötzi the Iceman. A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. With thanks to Albert Zink, Director of the Bavarian State Collection for Anthropology, and previously Head of the Institute for Mummy Studies at Eurac Research in Bolzano, Italy. Written by Dan Smith | Produced by Kate Simants | Production Assistant: Chris McDonald | Exec produced by Katrina Hughes | Sound supervisor: Matt Peaty | Sound design by Oliver Sanders | Assembly edit by Dorry Macaulay | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cody Reynolds-Shaw | Fact Check: Sean Coleman Unlock the next two episodes of Short History Of… right now by subscribing to Noiser+. You’ll also get ad-free listening and early access to shows across the Noiser podcast network, including Real Survival Stories and Sherlock Holmes Short Stories. Just click the subscription banner at the top of the feed, or head to www.noiser.com/subscriptions to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 days ago

Archive: Feathered Dinosaurs

All dinosaurs were originally thought to be related to lizards - the word 'dinosaur' was created by Richard Owen (1804-1892) from the Greek for 'terrible lizard' - but that now appears to be false. In this archive episode, first released in October 2017, Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the development of theories about dinosaur feathers, following discoveries of fossils which show evidence of feathers. In the last century, the discoveries of these fossils have established that at least some dinosaurs were feathered, and that some of those dinosaurs survived the great extinctions and evolved into the birds we see around us today. There are still many outstanding areas for study, such as what sorts of feathers they were, where on the body they were found, what their purpose was and which dinosaurs had them. With Mike Benton Professor of Vertebrate Palaeontology at the University of Bristol Steve Brusatte Reader and Chancellor's Fellow in Vertebrate Palaeontology at the University of Edinburgh and Maria McNamara Senior Lecturer in Geology at University College, Cork Producer: Simon Tillotson In Our Time is a BBC Studios production A world-class seminar every week. Spanning history, religion, culture, science and philosophy, In Our Time celebrates the pursuit of knowledge and the enduring power of ideas. In each episode, host Misha Glenny and expert guests explore the characters, events and discoveries that have shaped our world.

1 day ago

Kokoda: MacArthur And The Generals (Part 2)

Why did John Curtin defy Winston Churchill over Australia's returning convoy? What was the 'Badge 80' scandal that followed Thomas Blamey from the Victoria Police into the war? Why did MacArthur and Blamey discount intelligence that Japan would attack Port Moresby overland? Join Al Murray and James Holland for part 2 of Kokoda, as the politics and personalities behind the campaign take centre stage. Meet the generals, Blamey, Rowell, Herring, Allen, Vasey and Potts, follow the Pacific collapsing from Pearl Harbor to the fall of Singapore, and watch Douglas MacArthur arrive in Australia as decisions made far from the jungle set up the fight for Papua. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Get your WHW Merch here! A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Bruno Di Castri Assistant Producer: Alfie Norris Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Social Producer: Harry Balden Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 days ago

A Deep Dive on Submarines

For centuries, humans have been fascinated by the mysteries of the deep sea. The history of submarines is one of extraordinary invention, daring exploration and deadly warfare. From the first experimental underwater vessels of the 17th century to the devastating U-boats of the First and Second World Wars, submarines have transformed naval warfare and revolutionised our understanding of the oceans. Today, Dan visits the Royal Navy Submarine Museum in Gosport and is joined by curator Alexandra Geary to discover the eccentric origins of underwater travel and the dramatic submarine battles of WWI and WWII in honour of the 125th anniversary of the Royal Navy Submarine Service. He also speaks to Vice Admiral Sir Tim McClement, who was Second in Command on HMS Conqueror during the sinking of the Argentine ARA General Belgrano warship in the Falklands, as well as First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins on how AI might shape the submarines of the future. You can find out more about the Royal Navy Submarine Service at https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/organisation/submarine-service and plan a visit to the Royal Navy Submarine Museum at https://www.royalnavymuseums.org.uk/visit-us/submarine-museum With huge thanks to Commander James 'Dally' Dalrymple and Annarose Hearsum. Produced by Mariana Des Forges, Beth Donaldson and edited by Dougal Patmore Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can also email the podcast directly at ds.hh@historyhit.com. Dan Snow's History Hit is a History Hit podcast. History Hit is part of Little Dot Studios, a Certified B Corp™. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 hr ago

454. The Return of the Great Powers

In this episode of Battleground: The Big Picture, Roger Moorhouse is joined by Cambridge Professor Brendan Simms, to discuss his latest book, The Return of the Great Powers. Together, they explore the concept of "great power" through the lens of four core criteria—resources, reach, reputation, and resilience. The conversation examines why the world is shifting back into a multipolar system after decades of post-Cold War unipolarity, assessing the positions of the United States, China, Russia, France, and the UK. Professor Simms also shares his insights on European complacency, the realities of modern warfare and nuclear deterrence, and why his historical perspective ultimately offers a surprisingly optimistic outlook on the future of the West. Recommended reading: The Return of the Great Powers by Brendan Simms. Join the Conversation: If you have a question about the war in Ukraine or any of the conflicts we cover, email us at podbattleground@gmail.com Follow us on: X - @PodBattleground Instagram - podbattleground Producer: James Hodgson A Goalhanger Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16 hr ago

King Arthur: a tale of demon sex and dog-headed monsters

You may think of King Arthur as a chivalrous ruler, surrounded by noble knights, living in splendour in Camelot and setting out on amazing quests. However, that story originates from a late medieval account. Much more interesting is an earlier telling of the story, which is both weirder and more brutal, featuring dog-headed monsters and demon sex. Amy Jeffs, author of Arthur: A New Life, talks through this stranger side of Arthur with Dave Musgrove. ----- GO BEYOND THE PODCAST Check out our deep dive on the Arthurian legends with Professors Ronald Hutton and Ad Putter here: https://bit.ly/4rfzFzl ----- GET MORE WITH MEMBERSHIP Become a HistoryExtra podcast member and unlock access to The Full Story podcast, plus enjoy ad-free listening, early access to other podcast episodes, and a member-exclusive newsletter. Find out more and sign up here: ⁠https://historyextra.supportingcast.fm⁠ ----- EXPLORE MORE For more fascinating stories from the past, head to HistoryExtra, the home of ‘History’s Greatest’ podcasts. Find out more at ⁠⁠⁠historyextra.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠. ----- GET IN TOUCH We'd love to know what you think about the podcast, so leave us a review and let us know the topics you think we should be covering. Or, follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠X⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠ or ⁠YouTube⁠ to keep in touch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ireland’s Magdalene Laundries: Why Were Women Locked Away? [The Shepherds' Secrets 1]

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411. Lawrence of Arabia: The Truth Behind The Legend (Part 1)

Ötzi the Iceman

Archive: Feathered Dinosaurs

Kokoda: MacArthur And The Generals (Part 2)

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