An epic tale of idealism, delusion, terror and fanaticism set amidst the stunning beauty of Achill Island in Co. Mayo. // A Red Hare Media production.

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Manchán Magan investigates the quirks, conundrums and wonders of Ireland. In this episode he beholds some of the unsettling and alluring creations of one of Ireland's greatest artists, Dorothy Cross.

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Manchán Magan explores the mysterious and elusive Síle na Gigs, the grotesque carvings embedded in the walls of churches, barns and castles all over the country.

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Manchán Magan heads towards a forgotten Gaelic stronghold in Co. Wexford, the Macamores, where old dialects and customs survive. He is joined by the great local folk archivist Michael Fortune to explore superstitions and lore. (A Red Hare Media production)

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In this episode Manchán travels to Tydavnet in Co. Monaghan to hear stories about a fire-proof Irish saint.

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In this episode Manchán learns about a phallic rock on the Beara Peninsula known as Pete Micheál's God.

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In The Almanac of Ireland presenter Manchán Magan investigates the quirks, conundrums and wonders of Ireland. In this episode, he meets Lorcán Ó Tuathail of the Golden Eagle Trust and learns about the importance of cranes in Irish history and mythology. A Red Hare Media production.

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In this episode Manchán is enchanted by the Abbeyleix Bog Project, a community-based initiative that restored and rejuvenated a swathe of bogland in the Irish midlands. / A Red Hare Media production.

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Manchán speaks to Marie Heaney about the importance of engaging with our old myths and stories. A Red Hare Media production.

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Manchán speaks to the legendary Mitey McNally from west Cork about crab fishing.... A Red Hare Media production.

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