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Folklore: the legend of Gobnait of the bees
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Folklorist Shane Lehane reminisces about his time in the Cúil Aodha Gaeltacht where he fell in love with a few goddesses — not least Gobnait, the beekeeper.
10 January 2024 Living Life
Folklore: by the light of the silvery moon
From haircuts to weather forecasting to finding true love, Irish people were guided by the cycle of the moon, writes folklorist Shane Lehane.
22 November 2023 Living Life
Folklore: in the time of porridge
Folklorist Shane Lehane warms us up with the story of one of the most comforting winter dishes.