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EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 26 MIN

Where to Start with Irish Paganism, and How to Go Slowly

from The Irish Pagan School Podcast · host Lora O'Brien & Jon O'Sullivan

Send us Fan MailIf you’re new to Irish Paganism, or quietly circling it, this episode begins with the most important question underneath it all: am I allowed to be here?Lora speaks directly to the concerns so many careful learners carry, especially around ancestry, appropriation, and getting it wrong. This is a grounded, steady orientation to what Irish Paganism actually is, what it is not, and how to begin without performance, pressure, or premature claiming.In this episode, you’ll hear about:• Why learning comes before ritual • What daily practice really looks like in ordinary life • How to approach Irish deities with discernment rather than projection • Why you are allowed to remain a learner • How to move slowly and build right relationship over timeIrish Paganism is not about identity theatre. It is about respect, restraint, and steady relationship rooted in land, story, and lived tradition.If you’d like something practical to begin with, you can download the free guide, Irish Pagan Practice for Everyday Life. It’s simple, grounded, and designed for busy adults who want real practice without overwhelm.Start here: https://irishpagan.school/practiceFáilte! Welcome to the Podcast, with your hosts - authors and co-founders of the Irish Pagan School) - Lora O'Brien and Jon O'Sullivan. ✅ Looking for simple Irish Pagan practices that fit real life, without pressure or performance? Get the free guide here: https://irishpagan.school/practice If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a positive review in your podcast listener, then head over to IrishPaganSchool.com and enroll in one of our free or paid courses.  Slán go fóill, and we will see you next time!Support the show

Send us Fan Mail If you’re new to Irish Paganism, or quietly circling it, this episode begins with the most important question underneath it all: am I allowed to be here? Lora speaks directly to the concerns so many careful learners carry, especially around ancestry, appropriation, and getting it wrong. This is a grounded, steady orientation to what Irish Paganism actually is, what it is not, and how to begin without performance, pressure, or premature claiming. In this episode, you’ll hear a...

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