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The Irish Snug Podcast

The Irish Snug Podcast

著者： Tim Grant
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Pull up a stool and settle in. The Irish Snug Podcast is your dedicated corner for the stories, history, and characters that make Irish pub culture legendary. From the storied wood of Manhattan’s iconic bars to the hidden gems of the Irish countryside, we sit down with the people who keep the tradition alive. Whether it’s a deep dive into family legacies or a chat with a local regular, we’re capturing the spirit of Ireland, one pint and one story at a time. (Formerly the Pubs & Pints Podcast).


Rooted in the Irish tradition of

great storytelling, each episode invites listeners to pull

up a stool and enjoy tales that range from laugh-out-

loud funny to deeply moving.

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  • Inside the Dublin Fire Brigade Pipe Band: Stories & History | Tom McLoughlin

    Inside the Dublin Fire Brigade Pipe Band: Stories & History | Tom McLoughlin
    2026/08/04

    Welcome back to The Irish Snug! In this episode, Tim sits down with Tom McLoughlin—Dublin Fire Brigade firefighter, fire chief, and former chairman of the Dublin Fire Brigade Pipe Band.

    Tom shares his journey starting as a retained firefighter in 1988, joining the pipe band in 1992, and building a deep, lifelong brotherhood with the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) Pipe Band. From unexpected trips to Moscow to emotional visits to New York after 9/11 and honor guard duties for Irish history, Tom shares unforgettable stories from a lifetime of service, music, and camaraderie.

    Episode Highlights & Timestamps
    • 0:00:00 – Welcome to The Irish Snug: Intro with Tom McLoughlin
    • 0:00:36 – The evolution of the podcast: From "Pubs & Pints" to "The Irish Snug"
    • 0:04:23 – Joining the Dublin Fire Brigade as a retained firefighter in 1988
    • 0:05:52 – Tom’s first interaction with the FDNY Pipe Band in Malahide (1989)
    • 0:07:13 – Growing up in Malahide & working security and Mountjoy Prison
    • 0:09:22 – Joining the DFB Pipe Band in 1992 as a drummer
    • 0:10:43 – The infamous 1993 pipe band trip to Moscow, Russia
    • 0:14:33 – First trip to NYC (1994), trading a hat for World Cup tickets & meeting the FDNY
    • 0:17:38 – Travels across the US & Europe: Delray Beach, DC, Chicago, & London
    • 0:21:05 – Traveling to New York for FDNY line-of-duty funerals after 9/11
    • 0:22:17 – Funny memories with band legend Peter Hedderman at the Rose of Tralee
    • 0:26:28 – The 2006 All-Ireland competition in Letterkenny with the FDNY
    • 0:31:22 – Traditional vs. modern pipe band music & evolving the repertoire
    • 0:35:41 – The story behind the Dublin Fire Brigade tartan and uniform
    • 0:38:37 – Remembering FDNY Chairman Joe Murphy & the bond between bands
    • 0:41:06 – Visiting Ground Zero and honoring Bronco
    • 0:44:46 – Serving as pallbearer for Irish patriot Kevin Barry in 2001
    • 0:46:32 – Closing thoughts & upcoming reunions in Dublin

    Links Mentioned
    • Dublin Fire Brigade Pipe Band: https://www.facebook.com/DFBPipeBand/
    • FDNY Emerald Society Pipes and Drums: https://www.fdnypipesanddrums.net/
    • Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann: https://fleadhcheoil.ie/
    • Malahide Castle & Gardens: https://www.malahidecastleandgardens.ie/

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    * Website: https://www.theirishsnugpodcast.com/
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  • Carne Golf Links: Where Irish Heritage Meets the Game of Golf | John Garrity

    Carne Golf Links: Where Irish Heritage Meets the Game of Golf | John Garrity
    2026/07/23
    Award-winning golf writer and longtime Sports Illustrated senior writer John Garrity joins The Irish Snug Podcast for a journey into Irish golf, family history and the wild Atlantic landscape of County Mayo.John’s acclaimed book, Ancestral Links: A Golf Obsession Spanning Generations, traces the game of golf through his family and across Ireland, Scotland and America. At the heart of the story is Belmullet—the remote Mayo town his great-grandfather left during the Famine—and the extraordinary Carne Golf Links, built among some of the most dramatic dunes in Ireland.John shares the emotional story of first arriving in Belmullet in 1989, meeting members of the Garrity family and standing near the place where his ancestor boarded a small boat to begin his journey to America. He explains how those discoveries inspired his return to Mayo, his Sports Illustrated feature and ultimately Ancestral Links.We also explore the oral histories of the Mullet Peninsula, Irish emigration to Wisconsin, changing family surnames, the importance of recording our elders’ stories and the remarkable community effort that created Carne Golf Links with little more than shovels, rakes and determination.For golfers, John offers an unforgettable tour of Carne: its towering dunes, Atlantic winds, original Eddie Hackett design, legendary 17th-hole challenge and the advice every visitor should hear before playing links golf in Ireland.EPISODE CHAPTERS• 00:00:00 – Introduction to John Garrity and Ancestral Links• 00:03:32 – Discovering his family connection to Belmullet• 00:05:05 – John’s first journey to Ireland in 1989• 00:07:19 – Irish surnames, immigration and changing spellings• 00:12:10 – When Irish ancestry becomes a personal calling• 00:16:39 – Arriving in Belmullet and meeting the Garrity family• 00:18:30 – History and storytelling on the Mullet Peninsula• 00:20:00 – Standing where his great-grandfather left for America• 00:22:01 – Mayo emigrants and their journey to Wisconsin• 00:27:12 – Why preserving family stories matters• 00:31:12 – How Ancestral Links became a book• 00:32:15 – John’s golfing family and Sports Illustrated career• 00:34:13 – Belmullet’s transformation through the Celtic Tiger era• 00:37:20 – The majesty of Carne Golf Links and its towering dunes• 00:41:04 – Golf as a bridge between generations• 00:42:00 – Other great links courses in northwest Ireland• 00:43:29 – Irish banter and a memorable first tee at Carne• 00:48:34 – The right mindset for playing links golf• 00:52:07 – Five months living, researching and golfing in Mayo• 00:54:21 – The legendary 18-ball challenge on Carne’s 17th hole• 01:00:01 – The solitude and spirituality of evening golf• 01:00:59 – John’s favorite holes on the original Hackett course• 01:07:37 – Carne earns recognition among the world’s best courses• 01:09:46 – Belmullet pubs, music and the famous “Lobster Pot”• 01:13:03 – Céide Fields and the North Mayo cliffs• 01:16:03 – Blacksod Lighthouse, D-Day and the SOLAS Visitor Centre• 01:19:04 – International Members Week and Carne’s remarkable rise• 01:20:00 – How local farmers built a world-class golf courseLINKS MENTIONED📖 Ancestral Links by John Garrity:⛳ Carne Golf Links:🎥 Carne Golf Links hole-by-hole video playlist:🏌🏻‍♂️First hole - Par 5🏛️ SOLAS Visitor Centre:🌊 Blacksod Lighthouse:About the Podcast:Hosted by a retired FDNY Captain, The Irish Snug Podcast features interviews with a wide range of guests—from pub owners and historians to musicians and local regulars. While it deeply honors Irish and Irish-American roots, the podcast is open to anyone with a compelling story tied to Irish culture, pub culture, folklore and history. The episodes often blend personal anecdotes with cultural insights, capturing the "craic" and the timeless tradition of sharing a pint and a tale.#CarneGolfLinks #IrishGolf #CountyMayo #GolfIreland #irishSend us Fan MailSupport the show
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  • The Fireside Chronicles | Tales from an Irish Hearth with Pat Greene: Chapter 1

    The Fireside Chronicles | Tales from an Irish Hearth with Pat Greene: Chapter 1
    2026/07/16
    🪵 We are thrilled to premiere The Fireside Chronicles: Tales from an Irish Hearth. Over the coming months, we are charting a chronological journey through the life, lore, and memories of one of Brooklyn’s finest Irish storytellers, Pat Greene.In this debut chapter, Pat sits down by the fire with host Tim Grant to paint a beautiful picture of growing up in East Limerick, the magical power of the written letter, and how the simple traditions of rural Ireland shaped him into the storyteller he is today.Whether you're looking to reconnect with your Irish heritage, love traditional folklore, or just want to slow down with a cup of tea and a good story, this episode is for you.🔔 Don't forget to subscribe to The Irish Snug Podcast for more chronicles, music, and stories!⏱️ EPISODE TIMESTAMPS • 00:00:02 Introduction to the Fireside ChroniclesTim welcomes Brooklyn storyteller Pat Greene to the premiere of a brand-new chronological series exploring Irish life, memory, and lore. • 00:01:22 Childhood in East Limerick Pat describes growing up in Kilteely, East Limerick, surrounded by legendary storytellers, and shares a humorous tale about peeping through a staircase peephole to hear them. • 00:04:44 The Turning Point: "Crossing the Line" How an assignment from his schoolteacher, Mrs. Rice, unlocked Pat's natural storytelling gift on paper and moved his entire classroom to tears. • 00:10:42 Discovering the Joy of Reading A childhood sibling dispute leads Pat to discover Walter Mackin's classic book Quench the Moon, sparking a lifelong love for literature and rural Irish history. • 00:13:39 The Ireland's Own Connection & Transatlantic Pen Pals Tim and Pat reminisce about the famous pen pal section of Ireland's Own magazine. Tim shares a personal 1982 clipping submitted by his grandmother. • 00:17:05 The Art of the Handwritten Letter Pat reflects on writing massive, heartfelt letters to his first pen pal in Santa Barbara, California, and the vulnerability required to truly express oneself. • 00:23:26 A Box of WWII Letters & Irish Ancestry Tim shares a fascinating story from his days as a Bronx firefighter about uncovering a hidden box of World War II pen pal letters and returning them using Ancestry. • 00:27:03 The Apprentice Barman in Thurles Leaving school at 14, Pat lands an apprenticeship at a hotel in Thurles thanks to Father John Sweeney, bringing the local characters of Kili to a wider audience. • 00:31:00 How Fictional Characters Come Alive Pat explains his unique creative process—molding several real-life personalities from his youth into beloved, kind-hearted fictional characters. • 00:35:32 What is a Seanchaí ? A deep dive into the historical, wandering Irish storytellers who traveled from home to home, carrying the spirit of communities on their backs. • 00:40:09 The Poet in the Rain at Lough Gur Pat recounts a mesmerizing night near Lough Gur observing a mysterious poet recite a 30-verse poem in the pouring rain, cementing his philosophy on emotional writing. • 00:43:46 Poetry, vulnerability, and Jerry Divine A nod to powerful Irish poets, including friend Ger Divine (author of The Hurly Maker), and why artists must let go of control to create true connection. • 00:46:03 Emigration Advice: Keep Your Accent, Slow Down Pat shares his wisdom for young Irish emigrants traveling abroad, reflecting on his own transitions to London and New York. • 00:49:58 The Rhythm of the Accordion & Plucking Geese Pat fondly remembers hearing his father and Uncle Frank play the button accordion, and the social importance of visiting lonely farms as a youth. • 00:54:00 Winning the "Billion Dollar" Green Card Pat previews his next chapter, detailing his journey to London, emigrating to America, and literally kissing the ground after winning the Morrison Visa. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED • Explore Irish Family History: http://Ancestry.com • Discover Traditional Irish Stories: https://www.irelandsown.ie/Connect with The Irish Snug Podcast:Website: https://www.theirishsnugpodcast.com/YouTube: / @irishsnug Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1V1xWuV...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Instagram: / irish_snug #FiresideChronicles #IrishStorytelling #IrishHistory #Limerick #BrooklynIrishSend us Fan MailSupport the show
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