The Ballad Lounge Podcast

The Ballad Lounge PodcastJoin Rory Makem & Máirtín de Cógáin, your hosts, lyric lovers and part time history buffs, on a captivating journey through the ages of song! Get involved as we delve into the rich tapestry of a single ballad, exploring its origins, transformations, and cultural significance. But this isn't just a history lesson – it's an exploration of the human spirit as expressed through music.Each episode, Rory & Máirtín brings to life the captivating story behind the ballad: Where did it come from? What events or figures inspired it? The voices that made it famous!

The Ballad Lounge Podcast is a music podcast hosted by Rory Makem; Máirtín de Cógáin, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Rory Makem; Máirtín de Cógáin hosts The Ballad Lounge Podcast, a music show with 17 episodes published.

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  Episode #18

  Amazing Grace

  Aug 14, 202642 minS1

  Amazing Grace This episode is about one of the most well know songs in the english languge. A hymn by John Newton called Amazing Grace . Rory has done a deep dive finding an amazing connection to Ireland in this ballad. Listen in as they explore the life and times of a decrepid man who had a big hand in bringing about the end to the slave trade in the nineteenth century. Note: this talk about slavery could be triggery to some, please be advise that Rory & Máirtín are not historians and do their best to get it right. Like, share, comment! We would love to hear from you. If you would like to help out the show you can go to https://buymeacoffee.com/balladloungepodcast

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  Episode #16

  An Poc ar Buile

  May 1, 202641 minS1

  <p>Welcome back to The Ballad Lounge! This week, we are diving deep into the spirited and legendary tale of "An Poc ar Buile" (The Mad Puck Goat). Join us as we explore the rich history of this beloved song—from its poetic origins in West Cork to the iconic voices that brought it to the global stage—and recap some incredible recent moments in traditional Irish music.</p><p>In This Episode, We Cover:</p><p>The Pen of Dónal Ó Mulláin: A look at the brilliant mind who penned the original words to "An Poc ar Buile." We discus...

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  Episode #16

  Interview with Bryan Murphy - the Voice of North Kerry live from the Joanie Madden Folk 'n' Irish Cruise

  Apr 8, 202628 minS1

  <p>While we were sail on the Joanie Madden Folk 'n' Irish Cruise we had the wonderful opportunity to chat with the dashing Kerryman Bryan Murphy of the Gallivanters. He even kept his shirt on for the whole interview. Grab a cup o'tay and sit back, or get the dog ready for a walk and join us for another episode of the Ballad Lounge Podcast. </p><p>https://www.bryanmurphymusic.com/the-gallivanters-band</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/bryanmurphy_music/</p><p><br></p><p>Help out the show at https://buymeacoffee.com/balladloungepodcast</p>

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  Episode #15

  An interview with Gerry Timlin of Co. Tyrone.

  Mar 17, 20261h 8mS1

  <p>The life and times of one of the balladeers who blazed the trail in America for the rest of us to follow. We tried to have the interview live on the Joanie Madden FOlk 'n' Irish Cruise but the file didn't survive the journey and so we did it again. Grab a cúpán tae, sit back, and get to know Gerry. </p><p>http://www.gerrytimlin.com</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/gerry.timlin/</p>

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  Episode #14

  A lovely chat with the Roscommon rambler Cathy Jordan of Dervish

  Feb 25, 202646 minS1

  <p>This week we have a rare interview with the Roscommon rambler Cathy Jordan. A voice full of colour and warmth and a life story that is worth a book in itself.  Rory & Máirtín caught up with the Dervish singer on the Joanie Madden Folk ‘n’ Irish cruise down in the warm waters of Belize in a quietish corner of the Solo lounge.  It’s a very busy time for her as Dervish are currently airing their new PBS special and Cathy herself is touring the Cranky Island Song Project around the world. </p><p>Grab a cúpán tae, sit b...

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