Is the Irish Language Relevant to Irish People? (Ep. 74)

Reconnecting with our idea of “bitesize” Irish. Why small pieces? Well, it’s not your fault. The Irish language can seem overwhelming and daunting. We can end up with self-blame and self-judgement for...

17 Sep 201918min

“I want to be fluent enough in the Irish language in a year’s time, to be able to have a simple conversation with a native.” What could be better than having this generally unattainable goal for yours...

3 Sep 201914min

Rather than renting a car, and driving around, what other ways can you get to know Ireland? By taking a different approach, you can end up exploring the country, experiencing it in a different light. ...

21 Aug 20199min

Do you feel like there’s no point in listening to the Irish language, because you won’t understand enough? As Scott Perry has said, action precedes clarity. You can listen before you understand You ca...

24 Juli 201912min

Could you take a “workshop” approach to organising your fellow Irish language learners, so that you all move toward being of Gaeilge? Even as a dedicated attendee of Irish language classes, that usual...

26 Juni 201916min

To speak the Irish language, you need to use it every day. Gaeilge GACH Lá. Irish EVERY day. Put another way: the best way to not speak the language is to not use it every day. In his book, Master, Ro...

11 Juni 201920min

You’re interested in speaking the Irish language, so that you can connect with others, and use that connection to get a deeper sense of belonging. It’s a direct connection with your past. Speaking the...

28 Maj 201915min

Do you want to get a chance to practice speaking the Irish language? It can be really hard to find the chance to practice speaking Irish. Probably your main bottlenecks are your own time/energy, and h...

15 Maj 20199min