This week on Hibernian Radio, host Paddy Houlihan sits down with longtime friend and collaborator Sarah Hand, a key member of the Hibernian Media family. Originally from Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, Sarah has built an impressive career in Chicago as a producer, Irish language teacher, and storyteller. Her work spans PBS documentaries, indie films, and live comedy projects featuring stars like Sebastian Maniscalco and John Mulaney. Paddy and Sarah share an open and lively conversation about her journey from Ireland to the U.S., the lessons she has learned from both film communities, and the power of networking, adaptability, and hard work in the creative world. They also talk about Sarah’s vital role in producing the Irish American Movie Hooley, from curating films to welcoming visiting filmmakers, and her excitement for this year’s screenings of King Frankie and Dead Man’s Money. It is a heartfelt episode full of laughs, wisdom, and gratitude that celebrates the stories, friendships, and shared passion that define the Irish American creative community. Tune in for a conversation that captures the heart of Irish American storytelling and the creative spirit behind Hibernian Radio.

Sponsors for this episode: Madden Funds, Local 150 International Union of Operating Engineers, Fox’s Pizza and Flood Brothers Disposal