Episodes

Dig into the story of Neolithic Ireland and the Winter Solstice in this episode of Amplify Archaeology Podcast

Green Heritage Relict Plants and Medieval Women Dig into the Story of Relict Plants and Women & Gender in Medieval Ireland in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 27 with Dr Karen Dempsey Green Heritage Relict Plants and Medieval Women Dig into the Story of Relict Plants and Women & Gender in Medieval Ireland in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 27 with Dr Karen Dempsey When we visit medieval castles, we inevitably focus on the grandeur and romance of the ruins of the stone fortresses, but st...

Irish High Crosses Dig into the Story of Ireland’s iconic high crosses in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 26 with Prof. Roger Stalley Irish High Crosses Dig into the Story of Ireland’s iconic high crosses in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 26 with Prof. Roger Stalley Irish high crosses are undoubtedly one of the great treasures of our nation, but what are their origins and how were they created? In this fascinating discussion with Prof. Roger Stalley we dig into the story High crosses...

Excavations at Beaubec Hear about the Excavations at Beaubec in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 25 Excavations at Beaubec Hear about the Excavations at Beaubec in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 25 Home, home on the grange – in this episode of Amplify Archaeology Podcast we visit the fascinating excavation of a Cistercian grange at Beaubec in the Boyne Valley. We chat with the excavation directors, the landowners, the excavation team and specialists to discover the story of the dig. I...

The Black Pig’s Dyke. The Original Irish Border? Dig into the Story of the Black Pig’s Dyke in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 24 The Black Pig’s Dyke. The Original Irish Border? Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 24 The Black Pig’s Dyke is an enormous series of earthworks that traverse nine counties from Donegal to Armagh. But why was it built and when? Was it really the original Irish border or is there another tale to tell? A new publication casts new light on this enigmatic monument, ...

Cave Archaeology Descend into the Dark in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 23 with Dr. Marion Dowd Cave Archaeology Descend into the Dark in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 23 with Dr. Marion Dowd Throughout human history, caves have been places of shelter, ritual, burial and fear. Around the world, they have acted as time capsules, preserving ancient art and sacred spaces, but what do we know of the past use of Irish caves? Join us in the Underland for a discussion on Cave Archaeology ...

Ireland’s Prehistoric Gold Find all that glitters in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 22 with Mary Cahill Ireland’s Prehistoric Gold Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 22 with Mary Cahill Ireland’s first Golden Age – discover the story of Ireland’s prehistoric gold and the remarkable Mooghaun Hoard in this fascinating discussion with Mary Cahill. In around 2500 BC, the first metal objects began to be produced in Ireland. Though the periods may be known as the Copper Age and the Bronze Age...

The Archaeological Landscapes of St Patrick Dig into the Story of St Patrick in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 21 with Terry O’Hagan The Archaeological Landscapes of St Patrick Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 21 with Terry O’Hagan Who was St Patrick? Why is he such an important figure in Irish history? What was 5th century Ireland like? Join us for a deep dive into the archaeology of Ireland’s patron saint in this fascinating discussion with Terry O’Hagan As St Patrick’s Day is upon ...

Wetland Archaeology Cathy Moore & Dr Ben Gearey discuss Ireland’s wetland archaeology in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 20 Wetland Archaeology Cathy Moore & Dr Ben Gearey discuss Ireland’s wetland archaeology in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 20 From ancient trackways to enigmatic bog bodies, the archaeology of Ireland’s bogs is truly remarkable. But as the industrial peat harvesters fall silent, a new threat appears. Is time finally running out for Ireland’s iconic wetland archaeolo...

Newgrange and the Landscapes of Neolithic Ireland Prof. Gabriel Cooney joins us for Part 5 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice Newgrange and the Landscapes of Neolithic Ireland Prof. Gabriel Cooney joins us for Part 5 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice Join us for Part 5 of our miniseries on Newgrange, the Winter Solstice and the Landscapes of Neolithic Ireland with Professor Gabriel Cooney The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of Count...

Winter Solstice First Light at Newgrange Dr. Robert Hensey joins us for Part 4 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice Winter Solstice First Light at Newgrange Dr. Robert Hensey joins us for Part 4 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice The metaphorical darkness begins to lift as we see the first light of the Winter Solstice at Newgrange, in Part 4 of our miniseries on Newgrange we meet Dr. Robert Hensey for a wide-ranging discussion on the motivations of the bui...

Winter Solstice at Newgrange Clare Tuffy joins us for Part 3 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice Winter Solstice at Newgrange Clare Tuffy joins us for Part 3 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice In Part 3 of our miniseries on Newgrange we meet Dr. Clare Tuffy who describes her 30 years at the Brú na Bóinne, and the experience of the Winter Solstice at Newgrange. The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of County Meath, is one of Ireland’s mo...

Newgrange and Neolithic Ireland Dr. Jessica Smyth joins us for Part 2 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice Newgrange and Neolithic Ireland Dr. Jessica Smyth joins us for Part 2 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice In Part 2 of our miniseries we’re joined by Dr. Jessica Smyth who casts more light on Newgrange and Neolithic Ireland The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of County Meath, is one of Ireland’s most iconic monuments. Today it is a...

From Darkness into Light – The Winter Solstice at Newgrange Prof. Muiris O’Sullivan joins us for Part 1 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice From Darkness into Light – The Winter Solstice at Newgrange Prof. Muiris O’Sullivan joins us for Part 1 of our miniseries on Newgrange and the Winter Solstice In the first part of a miniseries focusing on the Winter Solstice at Newgrange, Neil is joined by Professor Muiris O’Sullivan, who discusses the landscapes of Neolithic Ireland, be...

The National Museum of Ireland Maeve Sikora & Matt Seaver of the National Museum of Ireland join us for Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 14 The National Museum of Ireland Maeve Sikora & Matt Seaver of the National Museum of Ireland join us for Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 14 In this episode of the Amplify Archaeology Podcast, Neil pays a visit to the National Museum of Ireland for a chat with the Keeper of Antiquities Maeve Sikora and Assistant Keeper Matt Seaver, to discuss the role...

Ogham Stones Dig into the Story of Ogham Stones in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 13 with Dr. Nora White Ogham Stones Dig into the Story of Ogham Stones in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 13 with Dr. Nora White Ogham Stones are some of the most iconic aspects of Irish archaeology, but how much do we know about ogham? In this episode Neil is joined by Dr. Nora White to decipher the story! Ogham stones are some of the most iconic symbols of Ireland’s heritage. The stones bear inscripti...

Battlefield & Conflict Archaeology Hear about Ireland’s conflict archaeology in Episode 12 of Amplify Archaeology Podcast with Dr. Damian Shiels Battlefield & Conflict Archaeology Hear about Ireland’s conflict archaeology in Episode 12 of Amplify Archaeology Podcast with Dr. Damian Shiels In this episode of the Amplify Archaeology Podcast, Neil was joined by Dr. Damian Shiels to discuss the importance and vulnerability of Ireland’s battlefield and conflict archaeology sites. The story of Irel...

Digital Heritage and the Sheela na Gig 3D Project Dig into the Story of Ireland’s iconic Sheela na Gig sculptures and Digital Heritage in Episode 11 Digital Heritage and the Sheela na Gig 3D Project Dig into the Story of Ireland’s iconic Sheela na Gig sculptures and Digital Heritage in Episode 11 Discover how new techniques in digital heritage recording are helping us to better understand and catalogue Ireland’s iconic sheela na gig sculptures in Episode 11 of the Amplify Archaeology Podcast. ...

Finding the Lost Wing of Kilkenny Castle We join Cóilín Ó Drisceoil at Kilkenny Castle for a trench-side chat in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 10 Finding the Lost Wing of Kilkenny Castle We join Cóilín Ó Drisceoil at Kilkenny Castle for a trench-side chat in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 10 Kilkenny Castle is one of our most visited monuments, and an iconic landmark in the city. But did you know that the shape of the castle was forever altered in the 19th century, when a whole wing...

Living History Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 9 with Déise Medieval Living History Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 9 with Déise Medieval During the Woodstown Viking Festival Day in Heritage Week, 2019, Neil had the opportunity to chat with a number of Living History re-enactors. In this podcast we learn about their motivations, and how they communicate the story of the past through lived experience. Historical re-enactments and living history are a popular way for engaging the public...

Excavations at the Rock of Cashel We join Dr. Patrick Gleeson at the Rock of Cashel for a trench-side chat in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 8 Excavations at the Rock of Cashel We join Dr. Patrick Gleeson at the Rock of Cashel for a trench-side chat in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 8 Join us for a trench-side chat with Dr. Patrick Gleeson and his team at their exciting excavations at the Rock of Cashel to uncover the story of the early origins of this iconic site. The Rock of Cashe...

Neolithic Mortuary Practice at Carrowkeel Dig into the Story of the Way of Death at Carrowkeel in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 7 Neolithic Mortuary Practice at Carrowkeel Dig into the Story of the Way of Death at Carrowkeel in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 7 A number of the tombs in the incredible passage tomb complex of Carrowkeel in County Sligo were excavated in 1911. Much of the evidence from those early digs lay quietly in boxes for decades, until a recent multidisciplinary p...

Beaker People and the Chalcolithic Period Dr. Neil Carlin introduces us to the Beaker People in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 6 Beaker People and the Chalcolithic Period Dr. Neil Carlin introduces us to the Beaker People in Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 6 Who were the Beaker People? And just how far does technology change culture? Join us for a fascinating discussion on the Beaker Period and Chalcolithic Ireland with Dr. Neil Carlin. The first metal objects began to be made in Ire...

The History of the Irish Diet in Plants Join us at Bloom to see a very special showgarden that demonstrates what plant remains can reveal about the past The History of the Irish Diet in Plants Join us at Bloom to see a very special showgarden that demonstrates what plant remains can reveal about the past Archaeology in Bloom – join us as we visit a very special showgarden at Bloom in 2019, to meet with the project team who have created a sensory journey into Ireland’s history through plants. ...