Strap Yer Boots

April & Laura
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Strap Yer Boots

“Strap Yer Boots” is your go-to podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations about the challenges and triumphs of everyday life. Hosted by passionate adventurers Laura Roche & April Brophy, this show dives deep into topics that matter- whether it’s overcoming obstacles, pushing through tough times, or simply finding joy in the journey. 

  1. 5D AGO

    013: The Last March: O’Sullivan Beare

    Grab your boots and your best raincoat, because this week we’re trekking into the wild soul of southwest Ireland — the rugged, windswept Beara Peninsula. In this episode, The Last March, we follow the haunting trail of Dónal Cam O’Sullivan Beare, the chieftain who led one of the most heroic and heartbreaking retreats in Irish history. After the fall of Gaelic resistance at the Battle of Kinsale in 1602, O’Sullivan and around 1,000 of his people set out on a desperate 500-kilometer winter marc...

    29 min

  2. APR 9

    012: Gear, Trails, and Tales: Your Hiking Questions

    April and Laura here, back with another episode of Strap Yer Boots! This week, we’re diving into YOUR hiking questions in "Gear, Trails, and Tales." From the best budget-friendly gear to our favorite trail snacks (spoiler: Laura swears by sour tongues), we’re covering it all. We answer the burning questions you sent into us. We’ve got answers—plus a few wild hiking stories along the way. So Strap Yer Boots, grab a snack, and let’s hit the trail together! Don’t forget to follow us and send in ...

    39 min

  3. APR 2

    011: Gráinne Mhaol: Ireland’s Fearless Pirate Queen

    Ahoy, history lovers! This week, we set sail into the legendary life of Gráinne O’Malley—pirate, chieftain, and all-around badass. From commanding fleets along the west coast of Ireland to defying English rule (and even having a showdown with Queen Elizabeth I), Gráinne’s story is one of rebellion, resilience, and pure adventure. Join us as we uncover the myths, the battles, and the legacy of Ireland’s most infamous sea queen. Was she a ruthless pirate or a shrewd political leader? And how di...

    33 min

  4. MAR 26

    010: Beyond the Summit: James McManus on Everest, Adventure & Earth’s Edge

    In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we sit down with the legendary James McManus—founder of Earth’s Edge, expedition leader, and all-around thrill-seeker. James attempted to summit Everest without supplementary oxygen, but as we quickly learned, the mountain had other plans. We dive deep into his summit experiences, the mental game of turning back, and what it really takes to lead people through some of the world’s toughest environments. James shares wild stories from the mountains and rivers...

    43 min

  5. MAR 19

    009: Mystics & Mountains: The Strange Cults of Derryveagh

    Deep in the wilds of Donegal, where the Derryveagh Mountains meet the Atlantic’s edge, two enigmatic groups sought refuge—each with their own radical vision of the world. In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we unravel the eerie legacies of The Screamers, a primal therapy cult that believed emotional freedom could only be achieved through relentless, gut-wrenching screams, and The Silver Sisterhood, a secretive order of women who wove mysticism into their writing, blurring the line between fic...

    33 min

  6. MAR 12

    008: Petticoat Loose: The Haunting of Knockmealdowns

    Gather round, folklore fiends—this one is a wild ride. This week on Strap Yer Boots, we’re diving into the eerie legend of Petticoat Loose, one of Ireland’s most infamous restless spirits. Was she a wronged woman or a wicked one? A supernatural menace or just a misunderstood soul cursed to wander the Knockmealdown Mountains for eternity? Join us, Laura & April, as we trace the roots of this chilling tale, from whispered stories of a hard-drinking, sharp-tongued woman accused of murder, to...

    30 min

  7. MAR 5

    007: Wisdom & Wonder: A Chat with Professor Michael Maunsell

    In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we sit down with the legendary Professor Michael Maunsell, PhD—an adventurer, academic, and advocate for mountain communities worldwide. With over 40 years of experience in mountain environments as a climber, researcher, and educator, Mike’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Before stepping into academia at 34, Mike spent over two decades as a climbing instructor, mastering the art of resilience and leadership on the rock face. But his passion for the ...

    28 min

  8. FEB 26

    006: When the Winds Roar: Ireland’s Worst Storms

    Grab your raincoat, strap yer boots, and hold onto your hats—April & Laura here and we are about to take you through the wildest weather Ireland has ever seen. In this stormy episode of Strap Yer Boots, we’re diving into three of the most notorious tempests in Irish history, from gale-force winds to torrential downpours that had even the hardiest of locals saying, “That’s enough of that!” 🌬️🌧️ We’ll be chatting about the worst of the worst—those storms that left a trail of chaos, flooded ...

    33 min
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    “Strap Yer Boots” is your go-to podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations about the challenges and triumphs of everyday life. Hosted by passionate adventurers Laura Roche & April Brophy, this show dives deep into topics that matter- whether it’s overcoming obstacles, pushing through tough times, or simply finding joy in the journey. 

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