Babylon Radio’s interns come from all around the world. Experiencing culture shock, therefore, comes as no surprise. Find out what Babylon Radio’s interns’ first impressions of Dublin are. Many houses in Dublin (in the residential areas) look…the same or at…
The Sugar Club on St. Patrick’s Day provides a special event for you. “This ain’t no disco New York” is an Irish programme directed by music documentarian and music video director Myles O’Reilly and is hosted by Irish radio presenter…
What are the benefits of learning a language and multilingualism? In this interview, Francesca from Mother Tongues tells us more about the wonderful world of languages. B: Hi Francesca, tell us a bit about yourself. Where were you born and…
When you start learning a language, after some time it’s recommended to read books in that language. Firstly, you can improve your vocabulary, secondly it’s easier to remember the grammar structure if you see them being used in sentences. Nowadays, English…
Pedro Almodovar, beyond doubt, is one of the most famous Spanish directors. Since he launched his first movie, the world has gone crazy about plot-twisted, dark and insane movies. A few years ago, a new wave of Spanish craze overcame…
People can listen again to a Stradivarius that disappeared 36 years ago. The valuable instrument belonged to violin virtuoso Roman Totenberg and was stolen from his dressing room in Massachusetts after a concert in 1980. Philip Johnson, a former pupil…
Have you ever wondered where the massive black basalt columns sticking out of the sea in Ireland got their name from or how this stunning landscape emerged? We know today that the 40, 000 columns were caused by a volcanic…
The Chester Beatty Library is organising an event called “Storytelling” this Sunday 12th of March. Firstly, you will have the opportunity to listen to Japanese stories while learning about history, culture and legends. Roisin Murphy will accompany you on this…
I remember what my host family said to me when I first arrived in Dublin. “You come here to do your internship although you don’t know anyone in Dublin? Wow, you’re so brave.” I was quite surprised by this reaction.…
