Irish Gothic Podcast

Send a textWhilst Chris and Spence work away to prepare to delve into Cú Chulainn on next week’s episode, we have enlisted a very special guest to fill in this week - Spence’s daughter, Eliza. Listen in to hear this fun tale of our little green friend, and let us know in the comments if you believe in leprechauns too ! We will be back next week with our full length episode on origins of the hero of the Ulster Cycle…The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textWelcome back to part two of the legend of the little green sprite, smoking a pipe and with a rainbow coming out of his *** (at least according to Chris). On this episode, Chris and Spence delve into the culture which surrounds this mischievous figure, and attempt to out-geek each other with their Leprechaun movie trivia. Leave your favourite pop culture Leprechaun in the comments !The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textThis week is part one of the mischievous tales of Ireland’s iconic little green man; he Leprechaun. A fan of a prank themselves, listen to Chris and Spence unveil the secrets of Ireland’s legendary trickster, and tell tales of their hoaxes and capers gone by. Come back next week for part 2 of the legend of the Leprechaun !The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Fairy & Folk Tales of Ireland, W.B. Yeats : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fairy-Tales-Ireland-William-Butler/dp/0684829525Legends and Stories of Ireland, Samuel Lover : https://archive.org/details/legendsstories00loveFollow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textChris and Spence are hitting each other over the head with sticks in this week’s episode of Irish Gothic….. April Fool’s ! All joking aside, on this week's episode, Chris and Spence are diving into the fascinating lore of Ireland's fighting stick : the Shillelagh. Listen in to learn more about this iconic Irish weapon. The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Buy your very own fighting stick here !https://mccaffreycrafts.com/collections/blackthorn-shillelagh?srsltid=AfmBOopWF3HF4XAZdlc-U4FPQb8kYS7zFz6KHEYvKAkC3EECsmwBtgpkFollow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textVampires are … Irish !?Welcome to season two and a happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at Irish Gothic ! No, you haven’t drank too many pints of the black stuff, you read that right - the legend of the vampire finds its origins in the Irish legend of the Abhartach. Join Chris and Spence as they reveal how all of your fanged favourites find their origins in a humble field just outside of County Derry/Londonderry. The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Learn more about the Abhartach here !https://yourirish.com/folklore/abhartach-irish-vampirehttps://northwordni.org/your-stories/abhartach/Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textThis week, Chris bites into the mystery that surrounds Ireland's Dark Hedges. Listen in to learn more about the iconic beech trees which formed the epic Kingsroad in HBO's Game of Thrones. The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Visit the Dark Hedges here !https://discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/the-dark-hedges-p703291Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textThis week, Spence takes you into the world of Thomas Crofton Croker and his book Fairy Legends and Traditions of the South of Ireland, published in 1825.The Good Woman is a misadventure story that harks back to our Episode 2: The Dullahan.New Full Episodes COMING SOON.Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Check out our other podcast, Hostage to the Devil, which features real-life stories of exorcism and possession. It's available wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textJoin Spence in the first of our mini-episodes as we prepare for the new season later in the month. This week, we hear about an  Irish Priest who meets 'The Old Gentleman' himself, the Devil.Host:  Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Check out our other podcast, Hostage to the Devil, which features real-life stories of exorcism and possession. It's available wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textHO HO HO, NOLLAIG SHONA DUIT ! Chris and Spence have donned their red (or black) Santa suits to tuck into more than just a minced pie for Irish Gothic’s first Christmas special. We’re covering everything from Ireland’s festive ‘devil bird’, to the big man himself - Saint Nicholas. Listen in to hear toe-curling tales, even scarier than having your in-laws over for turkey. However you celebrate at this time of year, good tidings to all and we’ll be back in the New Year!The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Learn more about Ireland at Christmas here ! https://www.shamrockgift.com/blog/christmas-folklore-ireland/?srsltid=AfmBOoqmccVLUspvHewEi_YWvs4gDo6E4ng5zGhO26NdlK7w_YdMghWaFollow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textHaunting the lakes and streams of the Celtic isles is a malevolent shape shifting spirit : the Kelpie. Join Chris and Spence as they unlock the myths and legends which surround this fantastic beast, and maybe you'll be able to find them!  The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Learn more about the legend of the Kelpie here ! https://www.scotclans.com/pages/the-kelpie-s-last-battle-by-lari-donhttps://mandybaker86.medium.com/the-legend-of-the-kelpie-981f61e4792dRabbie Burns - Address to the Deil https://www.bbc.co.uk/arts/robertburns/works/address_to_the_deil/Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textOn today's episode, Chris and Spence put down their pints of Guinness to delve into the myths and legends that surround Ireland's Patron Saint : Saint Patrick. Listen now to hear tales of serpents and kidnappings, and hear how Ireland's most iconic figure is perhaps not even Irish at all ! The Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Explore the sites of Patrick's life in Ireland here! -https://www.visitmournemountains.co.uk/explore/saint-patricks-story Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textThe Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. In today's episode, we travel down through the hexagonal stoned landscape of County Antrim's Giant's Causeway. Made up of some 40,000 massive black basalt columns sticking out of the sea, this dramatic sight has inspired legends of giants striding over the sea to Scotland. In this episode, Chris and Spence discuss the legendary Finn McCool, and unearth some lesser known giants from this land. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Book your visit to the Giant’s Causeway here! - https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/giants-causewayGiants, Dwarfs and Other Oddities, by C. J. S. Thompson (1989)Fairy Legends and Traditions of The South of Ireland, by T. Crofton Crocker (1844)Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textThe Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. This week on the Irish Gothic Podcast, we dive into the chilling tale of the Dullahan, Ireland's own headless horseman. To some an instrument of vengeance to others a Harbinger of death, from it's origins within Irish folklore to Hollywood Movies and beyond The Dullahan continues to inspire fear and fascination. So buckle up and join Chris and Spence on the 'Death Coach' as together we journey down the lonely lanes of rural Ireland and into the dark night of the Dullahan. Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: Banshees, Beasts and Brides from the Sea: Irish Tales of the Supernatural (Bob Curran, 1998): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Banshees-Beasts-Brides-Sea-Supernatural/dp/0862815533Follow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show

Send a textThe Irish Gothic Podcast explores the origins of Irish Folk tales. myths and legends in all their dark, fantastical glory and how these vivid yarns continue to resonate across the world to this very day. Join Hosts Chris Patterson and Spence Wright as they fuse their love for all thing's horror with a wellspring of Irish lore. From the terrifying figure of the Dullahan to the origins of Halloween itself, if it’s a yarn you’re after, pull up a chair and let ‘Irish Gothic’ fill your ears. This episode...Hidden beneath a dense thicket of hawthorns in a rustic Roscommon field lies Ireland's legendary gateway to the underworld, the very place where the haunting traditions of Halloween first emerged. Venture into its ominous depths, where ancient mysteries and chilling tales await!  If you’re brave enough to enter into the Cave of Cats, you can find all the information you need here : https://www.rathcroghan.ie/discover/the-history-of-rathcroghan/Hosts: Chris Patterson & Spence Wright Producer: Rebecca Alcorn Production Company: Causeway Pictures Bibliography: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/inside-irelands-gate-to-hell-that-birthed-halloweenhttps://cavesofireland.com/home/caves/oweynagat-cave-of-the-cats-co-roscommon/https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/monsters-fueled-nightmares-world-galleryhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-35863186https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/tir-na-nog-legend-eternal-youthFollow us:Instagram: @irishgothicpodX: @irishgothicpodWebsite: https://irishgothicpod.buzzsprout.comShow your support for the podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/irishgothicpod      Checkout our other podcast - Hostage to the Devil, real life stories of exorcism and possession. Wherever you get your podcasts.Causeway Pictures © All rights reserved           Educational Purposes only. www.causewaypictures.comSupport the show