The County Measure
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Presented by writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods who travels across Ireland exploring county identity under the themes of arts, community, culture, history, music and sport.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Description:
Presented by writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods who travels across Ireland exploring county identity under the themes of arts, community, culture, history, music and sport.
Language:
English
Episodes
Kilkenny Extra: Niamh Mulvey
5/6/2024
Niamh Mulvey is a writer and editor who recently returned home from the UK to her native Kilkenny. Here she reflects on the life and legacy of Lady Desart, who built the cottage that Niamh now lives in. Niamh's debut novel "The Amendments" was published in 2024.
Duration:00:02:48
Kilkenny
5/6/2024
Vincent Woods explores Co Kilkenny. He visits the (real) Kilkenny Cats, Rothe House & the Castlecomer Coal Mining Museum. With writing from Niamh Mulvey & music from Annika Kilkenny
Duration:00:54:02
Cavan
4/1/2024
This week on The County Measure writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods explores the beauty and culture of County Cavan.
Duration:00:53:17
Cavan Extra: Kevin McGahern
4/1/2024
Comedian Kevin McGahern recounts the unique dialect and character of his native Cavan. Kevin is currently on a nationwide tour with his brand new show "Shy Talker."
Duration:00:02:03
Monaghan
3/18/2024
In this episode the writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods explores County Monaghan.
Duration:00:54:15
Monaghan Extra: Evelyn Conlon
3/18/2024
"Thinking of Names" by Evelyn Conlon recounts placenames in Monaghan. Evelyn is a novelist and short story writer originally from Rockcorry. Her most recent book is "Reading Rites: Books, writing and other things that matter" (2023).
Duration:00:04:23
Limerick
2/5/2024
Vincent Woods gets to know the culture, music and people of Co. Limerick.
Duration:00:53:32
Limerick Extra: Kevin Barry
2/5/2024
Kevin Barry recalls his childhood visits to the home of his aunt in 1980's Ballingarry. Kevin is the author of "City of Bohane," "Beatlebone," and "Night Boat to Tangier."
Duration:00:04:02
Carlow Extra: Sarah Breen
1/1/2024
Sarah Breen is a writer and journalist originally from Borris. Here she recounts returning to her homeplace along with her young family. Sarah is co-author of the Aisling series of novels, the most recent book is "Aisling Ever After" (2023)
Duration:00:03:14
Carlow
1/1/2024
In this episode writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods travels from Ballon to the Blackstairs and hears that community spirit is alive and well in County Carlow. Tailors, bakers, artists and locals guide Vincent around the Dolmen County. With music by Laura Quirke and writing by Sarah Breen.
Duration:00:56:11
Longford
10/30/2023
County Longford. Presented by writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods who travels across Ireland exploring county identity under the themes of arts, community, culture, history, music, and sport.
Duration:00:53:17
Tipperary Extra: Siobhan MacGowan
8/20/2023
Author Siobhan MacGowan was born in England to Irish parents and always regarded Tipperary as home. Vincent and Siobhan chat beside Lough Derg before she shares her new story "Tipperary So Far Away". Siobhan is the author of "The Trial of Lotta Rae" (2022) and "The Graces" (2023).
Duration:00:08:46
Tipperary
8/20/2023
Vincent Woods travels across Ireland exploring county identity under the themes of arts, community, culture, history, music, and sport. This Week he is in Tipperary.
Duration:00:54:16
Meath Extra: Belinda McKeon
8/13/2023
"Moore's of Market Street" is set in Trim, Co. Meath and recounts the passage of time for an old shop. Belinda is the author of "Solace" (2011) and "Tender" (2015).
Duration:00:02:44
Meath
8/13/2023
County Meath. Presented by writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods who travels across Ireland exploring county identity under the themes of arts, community, culture, history, music and sport.
Duration:00:57:11
Dublin Extra: Stephen James Smith
8/6/2023
Dublin 19 is a postcode of the capital that doesn't exist. Poet Stephen James Smith imagines his hometown in the distant future. Stephen's debut album is "See No Evil".
Duration:00:03:14
Dublin
8/6/2023
County Dublin. Presented by writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods who travels across the country exploring county identity under the themes of arts, community, culture, history, music, and sport.
Duration:00:52:40
Roscommon Extra: Fiachra Guihen
7/30/2023
Vincent chat with harpist Fiachra Guihen at the grave of Turlough O'Carolan. "A Measure of County Roscommon" is a new piece of music composed by Fiachra.
Duration:00:05:12
Roscommon Extra: Amy Abdullah Barry
7/30/2023
Poet Amy Abdullah Barry describes her transition from Malaysia to Roscommon. "Flirting with Tigers" (2023) is her debut collection of poetry.
Duration:00:04:04
Roscommon
7/30/2023
County Roscommon. Presented by writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods who travels across Ireland exploring county identity under the themes of arts, community, culture, history, music and sport.
Duration:00:53:24