An Introduction to Michael  J. Murphy

Presented by JenOur podcasters learn about Michael J. Murphy, a writer and folklorist who lived in South Armagh. We speak to Kevin Murphy, a friend of Michael’s (but no relation!) and historian Una Walsh who give the podcasters a crucial insight into the man, his work and how the slopes of Slieve Gullion were such an inspiration in his work.Thanks to our guestsGrace Gordon, Sean Hayes, Kevin Murphy and Una Walsh, and actor Mary LindsayThanks to our podcastersScotta, Archie, Lois, Kirsty, Jen, Kim and Fiona. This podcast was produced by Nerve Centre in partnership with the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland for the Now We're Talking project. The project was made possible through a grant from Archives Revealed, a partnership programme between The National Archives, the Pilgrim Trust, the Wolfson Foundation and The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Additional thanks to Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Film Archive and BBC Northern Ireland for archive content.