Bitesize Irish Podcast Bitesize Irish
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Discussion podcast for Irish language learners. Bitesize Irish offers self-paced Irish language learning courses, and a private online community including regular conversation practice calls. Based in Limerick, Ireland, since 2010.
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Podcast 160: Everyday Irish in the American Midwest
Grow member Walter discusses with Emma his journey of learning Irish in Missouri.His fascination with Irish stemmed from his exploration of endangered languages, recognising the cultural importance and identity tied to these languages and their speakers. This, alongside his introduction to Irish music motivated him to start learning Gaeilge.He shares how he uses the language in his family life with his children, as well as at work.See the original video at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/iris...
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Podcast 159: Bealtaine, Ireland's Fire Festival
In this bumper edition, Eoin introduces one of the most important ancient Irish festivals and Niall talks to photographer Alan Tobin about booleying/buailteachas, an almost forgotten practice associated with this time of year.To see all of our FREE resources relating to seasons and festivals go to: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/seasonal/To watch Eoin's original video see: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/bealtaine-irelands-ancient-fire-festival/And to see Niall and Alan's conversation go to:...
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Podcast 158: From Brooklyn to Bitesize! Member interview with Cathy
In this Agallamh Baill (member interview) Cathy tells Niall about her Irish heritage, how learning a language is similar to learning a musical instrument, and how Bitesize Irish has helped her along her language journey.Watch the original interview at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/an-irish-brooklynites-journey/Bitesize Irish is an online learning platform that includes self-study lessons, an online community and live video calls. Podcast listeners can avail of a special 10% discount monthly...
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Podcast 157: Where to use Irish when visiting Ireland
In this Q&A session, Eoin and Ben field questions about where and how to use Irish when visiting Ireland, and other topics.We mentioned these Irish-language courses for adults in the Gaeltacht:Oideas Gael, Donegal www.oideas-gael.comOidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne, Kerry https://www.oidhreacht.ie/Check out other options too, for example, in Waterford and Conamara.Information about Irish languages events/businesses/services elsewhere:www.peig.ie (all Ireland)www.baclegaeilge.ie (Dublin)www.gleg...
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Podcast 156: Learn how to have conversations step by step
Bitesize Irish founder Eoin and learning content developer Niall talk about some recent updates to the beginner's course Tús Maith and general strategies for learning and practising Irish.Find the full video and more shownotes here: https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/learn-conversation/Get 10% off monthly or annual membership by going to : offer.irishSupport the Show.Go to www.bitesize.irish/links to find out more about courses and membership #GaeilgeGachLá
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Podcast 155: How much Irish can you learn in a year? - Member Interview with Deborah
Happy St Patrick's Day! Beannachtaí na féile ort! (Tá súil agam nach bhfuil póit ort!)This week we bring you an Agallamh Baill (Member Interview) from the end of 2023, in which New Yorker Deborah tells Niall about her remarkable year of learning Irish. An inspiration to learners everywhere!Watch the original interview over at https://www.bitesize.irish/blog/a-year-of-irish-interview-with-deborah/Bitesize Irish is an online learning platform that includes self-study lessons, an online communit...