Weird Ireland’s Brinsley McNamara on Strange Emerald Isle stories
We talk to Brinsley McNamara, creator of Weird Ireland, about what exactly makes Ireland so weird.
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Totoro to Tanuki’s: The Amazing Japanese Folklore Behind Beloved Studio Ghibli Movies
An introduction into the Japanese folklore, spirits and old legends that inspired the world of Studio Ghibli and shaped its most beloved films.
Why You Should Visit Northern Ireland: The Wee Country That’s Actually Pure Class
Stunning coasts, peaceful loughs, historic castles, buzzing nightlife, iconic film locations and mighty craic, all in one wee country. You’ll be raging if you don’t visit Northern Ireland.
Taboos and traditions: 8 fascinating cultural quirks
Across the globe, hidden cultural taboos and traditions shape everyday behavior in surprising ways. In the Philippines, a karaoke performance can spark unexpected conflict, while in Chicago, the perfect hot dog is defined by what it lacks. From the sacredness…
Exploring Púca (Pooka): The mischievous Irish spirit associated with Halloween
As the chill of Halloween approaches, Ireland’s ancient myths and stories come to life, and one creature that stands out in this season of mystery is the Púca (or Pooka). This mischievous spirit has been part of Irish folklore for…
10 Benefits of Living Abroad: Why Moving Away Can Change Your Life
Living abroad is an exciting adventure that more and more people are choosing to experience. Whether it’s for work, school, or simply a change of scenery, moving to another country can change your life in ways you might not expect.…
Italian Immigrants: Why Do They Move To Ireland?
While Italian immigrants have never been on a massive scale in Ireland compared to other countries like the United States or Argentina, there has been a historical presence of Italians in Ireland dating back to the 19th century. The Italian…
7 Fascinating Irish Halloween Traditions
Since Halloween originated in Ireland, there are many cool Irish Halloween traditions. The holiday comes from a traditional Celtic holiday called Samhain, which translates to “summer’s end”. The holiday marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of…
How Irish immigrants brought Halloween traditions to America
Halloween, celebrated on October 31st, is a vibrant tapestry, a heavy cloth that has designs or pictures woven into it and that is used for wall hangings, curtains, etc. of customs, costumes, and festive fun. While today’s Halloween is all…