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The Dublin Story Slam Podcast

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The Dublin Story Slam Podcast is a collection of short personal and true stories recorded at our monthly open mic competitive storytelling night in Dublin. Each month ordinary Dubliners get up and share extraordinary stories inspired by a different theme each night and battle it out for a place in our Grand Slam final. Big & small, funny & sad, inspiring and compelling, we choose the best stories for our Podcast that will lift your heart and hopefully bring a smile to your day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Dublin Story Slam Podcast is a collection of short personal and true stories recorded at our monthly open mic competitive storytelling night in Dublin. Each month ordinary Dubliners get up and share extraordinary stories inspired by a different theme each night and battle it out for a place in our Grand Slam final. Big & small, funny & sad, inspiring and compelling, we choose the best stories for our Podcast that will lift your heart and hopefully bring a smile to your day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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English


Episodes
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Christmas

12/22/2023
It's Christmas time so it's only right to share 3 stories that capture some of that festive magic but with a distinctly Dublin twist. From how an entire community rallied around a family after disaster strikes to how an entire hospital rallies around one of it's Nurses when disaster strikes her family back home. Finally we'll have a story about a festive farewell to a loved one, without any words being said. Featuring stories from Richie Keane, Archana D'Souza and Mairead Murphy. For more information on upcoming events, please visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:31:53

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Strangers

11/13/2023
In this episode of The Dublin Story Slam we bring you three stories connected by the theme of Strangers. Recorded live onstage at our monthly Story Slam's in Dublin's Sugar Club, this episode features stories how a stranger from Galway helped absolve Patrick Plant from a mortal sin in India, how a Canadian & an American helped Roisin McGuinness overcome a crippling fear in South Korea and finally we’ll be catching a train to Cork to hear how a random fellow passenger became one woman’s guardian angel. Interested in sharing your own personal true story with us? Visit thedublinstoryslam.com for updates and tickets to our next Story Slam. The Dublin Story Slam Podcast is produced and presented by Julien Clancy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:26:39

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PRIDE

6/23/2023
In this episode of The Dublin Story Slam Podcast, we're sharing personal true stories from three of our LGBTQ+ friends who shared these gorgeous stories live onstage at The Dublin Story Slam. From making a romantic move for the very first time, to finally coming out to your family, to a Nation turning out for change one historic day, these are powerful, compelling tales that we're proud to share with you this PRIDE. Featuring storytellers, Marion Pelgret, Ewerton Dias & Dearbhla Quinn. For more info on our next Story Slam, please visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:26:31

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Control

1/25/2023
The Dublin Story Slam is an open mic competitive storytelling night. Every month we invite audience members to pop their name into the hat. If picked they get up and share true personal stories inspired by a different theme each month. The winner of each Story Slam is invited back to take part in the annual Grand Slam Championship. In this episode of The Dublin Story Slam, we bring you three stories inspired by the theme Control. From physically loosing control to trying to control everything in your life to handing control over to someone else, this episode features stories from Daniel Berman, Ashling Casey Roche & Rose McCauley. For details on upcoming events, pictures of the night or ticket giveaways please follow us on instagram @dublinstoryslam or our website www.thedublinstoryslam.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:34:06

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The Dublin Story Grand Slam_Precious_Part 2

12/24/2022
I'm Part 2 of The Dublin Story Grand Slam we return to The Abbey Theatre to hear personal true stories from Ayesha Syedah, Kieran Casey & Mairead Murphy. Congratulations to all our wonderful storytellers and for more info on upcoming shows, please visit thedublinstoryslam.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:43:08

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The Dublin Story Grand Slam - Precious_Part 1

12/22/2022
This particular episode of The Dublin Story Slam Podcast has been three years in the making. Featuring the first half of The Dublin Story Grand Slam recorded live onstage at The Abbey Theatre. The theme was Precious and in this episode, join host Colm O'Regan as he introduces 4 amazing storytellers all telling true personal stories inspired by the theme, Precious. We don't include the scores of each story but you can find out who won in Part 2, available very soon! Featuring stories from Martin Hughes, Michelle Lucy, Daisy McCarthy & Emma Lynch. Musical Timekeeper was the brilliant Sharon Mannion. Recording was by Gansee Films. For videos of these stories check out our You Tube Channel or visit instagram (@dublinstoryslam) for pics from the night captured by the wonderful Ian Mulholland. Please visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com for more info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:46:34

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Family

9/23/2022
Recorded live onstage at Dublin's Sugar Club, we bring you three personal true stories from The Dublin Story Slam all inspired by the theme Family. Featuring funny heartwarming and compelling stories about a car crash bringing a family together, what it's like to be a triplet with a twin and finally a quest to be reunited with family 80 years in the making. Storytellers include Mairead Meara, Will Fenwick & Kerri Ward. The series is produced and presented by Julien Clancy. To find out details about upcoming events please visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com and sign up to our mailing list. Living in Ireland and interested in turning your personal experiences into stories for the stage, email us at story@thedublinstoryslam.com. The Dublin Story Slam is a proud member of The Warren the home of great Irish Podcasts. Visit www.thewarren.ie FL0SnbWFnnFdgSAPWnKq Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:33:28

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Holidays

8/13/2022
In this episode of The Dublin Story Slam we're bringing you four personal true stories inspired by the theme, Holidays. From unforgettable family getaways, to being swept off your feet, jellyfish & sea urchin infested waters to one hell of a nightmare trip home. Featuring storytellers, Jonny Blayney, Sofi Musleh, Shane Comer & Mary Kilduff. For more info on how you can share your own story with us, visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:38:19

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Blessings & Curses

5/12/2022
In this episode of The Dublin Story Slam we bring you three stories inspired by the theme Blessings & Curses. From sewer angels to cursed plays to an accordion that refuses to let go, if you're looking for a heart warming laugh. Huge thanks to our storytellers Mary Kilduff, Aoife Nally & Sharon Mannion. For more info on how to tell a story with The Dublin Story Slam, visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:28:57

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Don't go there

3/4/2022
In each episode of The Dublin Story Slam Podcast we bring you three personal true stories recorded at our open mic storytelling night, right here in Dublin. In this episode, a reluctant hiker is dragged up a massive mountain, an inexperienced rower takes on an epic ocean and a woman is confronted by a chapter from her past that's more terrifying than both. Featuring true personal stories recorded live at The Sugar Club in Dublin from Kendall Harter, Tommy Browne & Mary Kate O'Flanagan. A word of advice, the third story in this episode from Mary Kate contains references to surviving sexual abuse. If that's a trigger for you, you may want to skip this story. For our Irish listeners, if you've been affected by any of the issues raised, please visit https://www.firstfortnight.ie/resources/find-help for advice & help. For more info on upcoming shows & events, please visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:32:47

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Hope

12/30/2020
As we close off what's been an incredibly challenging year, we bring you three stories inspired by Hope. A dog lover's gets her wish to rehome a rescue dog, a volunteer at a Syrian refugee camp is faced with an impossible request and an ex-ballet dancer learns to refine what dance really means. Stories are from Kerri Ward, Mairead Murphy and Isolde ÓBrolcháin Carmody. Produced by Julien Clancy. Visit www.thedublinstoryslam.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:34:57

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Brave

7/9/2020
We're delighted to work with our friends at the national charity for young LGBTI+ people, Belong To, to bring you stories from our recent storytelling night celebrating Pride 2020. The theme of the night was Brave and featured stories about how sometimes the bravest thing you can do is to leave the house, a story about how an accident brought new perspective to an artist and finally a story about finding new family friends and love when you needed them the most. Featuring Rhiannon Kennedy, El & special guest Colm O'Gorman, these stories were originally told at an online Zoom event. For more info visit www.belongto.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:32:15

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Memories

5/25/2020
As we celebrate our third birthday we reflect on 5 stories from our past as chosen by us and you. Kerri Ward takes us behind the scenes on MasterChef, Catherine Brophy takes us under the covers for a romantic weekend, Alannah Monks brings us on a terrifying rush to the hospital while Joe Whelan gets something very very very interesting in the post. Finally Martin Hughes tell us it's ok to not be ok with a really positive and uplifting tale of being in the right place at the right time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:51:09

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Escape(live from Zoom)

5/3/2020
Featuring the three brilliant stories that were shared at our most recent live online storytelling event. Champion swimmer Nuala Moore escapes into freezing waters, Graham Dunne has a narrow escape with a bank raid and one of Collie Ennis's creepy crawly friends escapes in the family kitchen. The original programme was hosted by Colm O'Regan and is available now on our You Tube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:39:27

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The Kindness of Strangers

4/17/2020
As we can’t be with you in person, we’re moving things online for the foreseeable future. This episode features highlights from our very first online storytelling event featuring some of our favourite storytellers. Hosted by the wonderful Colm O’Regan, we hear about how children can teach us a valuable lesson, how strangers can unite together to help someone in need and how simple tiny acts of kindness can have huge impacts on the lives of others. Feat. Catherine Brophy, Mairead Murphy & Daisy McCarthy. Produced by Julien Clancy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:39:08

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In it together!

4/3/2020
In this special episode, we bring you three stories about the three things we all need to be mindful of in these dark days. Remember to laugh, be strong and reach out to others. Featuring stories from John Craddock, Rose O'Donoghue & Laura O'Brien. For news on our next live event, join the mailing list over at www.thedublinstoryslam.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:37:51

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The Dublin Story Grand Slam 2019 - Part 2

3/13/2020
We return to the national stage of The Abbey Theatre for part 2 of our annual Grand Slam originally broadcast on RTE Radio 1 Extra. Featuring stories from Mary Kate O'Flanagan, Bobby Buckley, Becky Long & Catherine Brophy. Hosted by Kerri Ward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:00:04

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The Dublin Story Grand Slam 2019 -Part 1

3/4/2020
Grand Slam Champion 2018, Kerri Ward hosts the first of a two part special bringing you highlights of The Dublin Story Grand Slam 2019. Recorded live at The Abbey Theatre we bring you the first four Grand Slam Stories from Andrea Farrell, Mark Early, Michael Lavin & Sinead Nolan. We also go behind the scenes of The Dublin Story Slam to explore why stories matter. Originally broadcast on RTE Radio 1 Extra and Produced by Julien Clancy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:56:24

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Heart

2/14/2020
In this month's Podcast, we're teaming up with the Irish Heart Foundation to bring you three stories with a very important message - Go Red for Women! Featuring stories from Shirley Ingram, Lizzie Honan & Jo Nestor. Visit gored.ie for more information. The Dublin Story Slam Podcast is produced by Julien Clancy. www.thedublinstoryslam.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:34:06

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Friendship

1/20/2020
This month as we kickstart off a new decade of storytelling, we bring you highlights from our first Story Slam of 2020. Teaming up with our friends at First Fortnight, we bring you four stories of friendship as told by Barry Lane, Daisy McCarthy, Amelia Goonerage & our winner of the night, Mairead Murphy. Visit www.firstfortnight.ie to learn more about the festival and to find links & resources about mental health in Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:33:15